Unpaid Overtime Claims in Philadelphia, PA
Known as large healthcare, distribution, and service-industry workforce, Philadelphia anchors a large share of the regional workforce — and hourly and misclassified salaried employees here are among the most likely to be shorted on overtime. Workers here are protected by the federal FLSA and by Pennsylvania's state wage and hour laws.
Overtime Rules That Apply in Philadelphia
Pennsylvania generally follows the federal FLSA standard: overtime is owed after 40 hours in a workweek. State-specific nuances should be confirmed with a licensed attorney.
Local Industries in Philadelphia
Employers in and around Philadelphia span warehouse and logistics, healthcare and home care, manufacturing, and restaurants. These are among the Pennsylvania industries where we most often hear from workers about off-the-clock hours, misclassification, and miscalculated overtime pay.
Common Claim Types in Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, the wage issues we hear about most often are unpaid off-the-clock time, exempt and independent-contractor misclassification, and overtime that leaves out commissions or bonuses. Browse all claim types to learn more.