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FYI: denied overtime for 6 months

Started by BarAdmitted2019_19 · Sep 21, 2025 · 1,851 views · 11 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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BarAdmitted2019_19 OP

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

denied overtime for 6 months. I've been dealing with this for about 7 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have worked at this company for 2 years. My position is non-exempt and I do not have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.

What are the risks if I pursue this? What's the likely timeline?

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fine_print_reader_9

Been there. Here's what I learned.

The trap most people fall into is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

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startuplife_13

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

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broke_but_hopeful_4

I've dealt with this before.

Once I asked for a supervisor things changed fast/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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need_advice_asap_2

In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.

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your_honor_please_22

I spent way more time googling than I should have before just calling a lawyer.

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IP_attorney_33

Not gonna lie, went through something like this -- ended up getting a lawyer involved which made all the difference smh.

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hearsay_harry_30

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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fine_print_reader_26

Following this thread — Same. 100% same. Please update.

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diana_v_16

Following this thread — Same. 100% same. Please update.

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ImmigrationAttyMJ_4 Verified Attorney

Can confirm the demand letter approach works. I used a template from a legal website, customized it with my specific facts and statutory references, sent it via certified mail, and had a settlement check within 30 days. Total cost: $7 for postage.

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erin_c_law_12

Important clarification on arbitration: if your contract has a mandatory arbitration clause, you generally CAN'T sue in court. But here's the thing — filing for arbitration is often MORE intimidating to companies because they have to pay the arbitration fees (often $3,000-5,000 for the company's share). Use this to your advantage.