Wage and Overtime Nonpayment

Overtime and nonpayment issues are uncomfortable topics for an employee to navigate. Because an employer holds the power, it can be an intimidating space for an individual to step into. Thankfully, employers in Alaska have an obligation to follow wage and overtime laws.

Employees who are owed overtime wages may file a complaint with the Alaska Department of Labor. The department will investigate the claim and, if it finds that the employer has violated the law, the employer will be required to pay the employee the unpaid overtime wages, plus liquidated damages equal to the amount of the unpaid overtime wages.

Employees may also bring a civil lawsuit against their employer for unpaid overtime wages. In a lawsuit, the employee may be awarded the unpaid overtime wages, liquidated damages, attorney’s fees, and costs.

Oftentimes, it is intimidating for an employee to approach an employer about overtime and nonpayment issues because the employer controls the employee’s livelihood. Many times, the employee will have a better outcome with an experienced legal team assisting the employee. An experienced legal team will place the employee on an equal level with the employer. Our team can assist employees by helping file a claim, appearing in court, and placing the employee on an equal level with the employer, ultimately assisting in achieving a favorable outcome.