Unpaid Overtime in New York: How to Spot Wage Violations, Know Your Rights, and Recover What You’re Owed

Introduction: When Working Overtime Becomes Unpaid Work Many workers in New York put in long hours every week to support themselves and their families. Staying late, coming in early, answering work messages at night, or working weekends has become common in many industries. While dedication and hard work are valuable, they should never come at the cost of unpaid labor. Unfortunately, unpaid overtime is a serious and widespread problem affecting thousands of workers across New York. Many employees don’t even realize they are being underpaid. Some believe their job title makes them ineligible for overtime. Others assume that because they...