Minimum Wage Violations

Schaumburg, Illinois Minimum Wage Violations Attorney

In Illinois, the minimum wage for an employee who is 18 years or older is set at $13.00 an hour. In 2024, the minimum wage will increas to $14.00 per hour, and the rate will be $15.00 per hour starting in 2025. Currently, workers under the age of 18 who work less than 650 hours in a year may be paid $10.50 per hour, with this rate increasing to $12.00 per hour in 2024 and $13.00 per hour in 2025. Tipped employees are paid a minimum wage rate of $7.80 per hour or 60% of the minimum wage. The minimum wage for tipped employees will increase to $8.40 in 2024 and $9.00 in 2025.

Minimum Wage and the Fair Labor Standards Act

Employers have an obligation to know the minimum wage laws and are required to keep a poster that explains the Fair Labor Standards Act provisions, in a visible place for employees to read. If for some reason, your company decides to pay a worker less than what is mandated by federal minimum wage laws, or neglects to follow the overtime pay guidelines, you could end up going to court for minimum wage violations and face maximum penalties.

The Miller Law Firm, P.C. helps to keep employers informed of their legal obligations to workers, regardless of the type of work being performed. While focusing on small to midsize companies within the service industry, our firm can provide aggressive employment defense for FLSA Litigation matters and class action lawsuits.

With in-depth understanding of how companies should operate under the strict federal and state regulations, Schaumburg attorney, Richard J. Miller, helps businesses to stay abreast of the changing minimum wage laws.

Contact a Minimum Wage Law Attorney to Help You

Contact the Miller Law Firm, P.C. in Schaumburg, Illinois, to learn more about our legal services, during a free initial consultation. We can assess your legal situation if you feel you have been in violation of the minimum wage laws. Call 847-995-1205 to set up an appointment today.