By Anthony I. Shin, Esq. | Employment Litigations & Transactions Attorneys | Shin Law Office
Overtime Pay Mistakes in Loudoun County: How I Help Business Owners Avoid Wage Disputes
I’ve had more than a few business owners sit across from me, frustrated and blindsided by an unpaid wage claim.
Most of them didn’t try to cheat anyone; they didn’t realize their payroll practices were exposing them to legal trouble.
Overtime laws in Virginia aren’t vague.
If someone is non-exempt and works more than 40 hours in a week, they’re entitled to time-and-a-half. Period.
However, knowing who is exempt and keeping track of how people are working primarily in remote or hybrid roles is where companies often fall short.
Here’s Where I See Things Go Wrong
Some employers assume a salaried employee isn’t eligible for overtime.
Others don’t have a system for tracking hours after 5 p.m.
And more than a few rely on job descriptions that haven’t been updated in years.
These gaps might seem small until they become evidence in a wage dispute.
How I Help Businesses Protect Themselves
I work with companies across Loudoun County to refine employment contracts, clarify job roles, and establish practical overtime policies that are followed.
No legal jargon.
Just clear agreements and practical systems that protect you and your employees.
That usually means:
- Making sure each position is correctly classified
- Including clear terms in your contracts about hours, pay, and overtime
- Setting up a simple process for approving and documenting extra hours
- Training your managers so everyone’s on the same page
Don’t Wait for a Complaint to Clean Things Up
Wage claims are avoidable.
If you’re unsure about your current setup, I’d rather help you now before it becomes a lawsuit.
A brief conversation can reveal blind spots and save you thousands in the long run.
If you own a business in Loudoun County and want to make sure your team is protected and your payroll isn’t a liability—let’s talk.
— Anthony I. Shin, Esq.
Principal Attorney | Shin Law Office
Call 571-445-6565 or book a consultation online today.
