Meal & Rest Break Violations in Massachusetts

I'm dealing with a situation in Massachusetts and need some guidance.

fired for refusing to do something illegal. I've been dealing with this for about 4 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have worked at this company for 10 years. My position is exempt and I do have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.

Should I hire a lawyer for this or try to handle it myself?

NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. Standard disclaimer: talk to an actual attorney for your case.

I've dealt with this before.

The #1 mistake I see here is having everything documented. I'd recommend keeping a detailed timeline instead tbh.

I went through almost the exact same thing.

Here's where people usually go wrong is filing with the appropriate government agency. I'd recommend gathering evidence first instead.