Cleveland Donning and Doffing Lawyers

Off-the-Clock Duties Attorneys

Any work that is done by an employee and required by an employer needs to be paid as such. Whether it is overtime work or part of regular duties, workers deserve to be paid their wages. Many employers are now requiring off-the-clock duties and not paying for other required procedures as a way to avoid paying regular wages or overtime. This is unacceptable and illegal, and employers should be held responsible for their actions.

At the law office of Novak & Pavlik, we are a team of experienced employment law attorneys advocating for the rights of employees. For over 75 years, we have been standing up for the rights of employees in Cleveland, Akron and throughout the surrounding Ohio communities.

Requiring Off-the-Clock Duties

Some types of employees will be required to be at work by a certain time, only to wait to be assigned their first task of the day before clocking in. Others will be required to perform certain setup tasks before clocking in. Some employees are even told that they are not allowed to have overtime on their time cards, but must get the job done before leaving for the day, even if it means working after clocking out. These "off-the-clock" duties are essential to the job and should be paid as such. The employer is committing illegal acts and major violations of state and federal employment laws. The employee is entitled to be paid at the appropriate rate for those additional hours.

Issues Involving Donning and Doffing

The term "donning and doffing" refers to the time that certain types of employees spend getting in and out of work clothes. This often applies to employees who work with hazardous materials and at meat processing plants. The work clothes are often protective in nature and required for the job. Unfortunately, many employers believe that they do not have to pay workers for the time spent putting on protective gear and going through required safety or sanitary procedures. These donning and doffing cases have become highly publicized, as large companies are being held responsible for avoiding paying workers for the time they spend "donning and doffing." We can consult with clients on these types of cases to determine if they have grounds to take legal action against their employer.

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