Unpaid Work Hours Rights

Summary

If your employer in Missouri is not paying you for hours worked, you can file a wage claim with the Division of Labor Standards. Persistent denial of work hours could be considered constructive dismissal. Free or low-cost legal aid can be found through Missouri Legal Services, the Missouri Bar Associations Lawyer Referral Service, and local law schools legal clinics. Availability and eligibility for these services may vary.

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I have a question about employment law
Hello **** ****, I'd be happy to help with your employment law query. Could you please provide more details about your situation? Are you an employer or an employee, and what specific issue do you need guidance on?
an employee. I have a full time job but boss keeps saying not to come to job the day of morning
Hello **** ****, it seems like your boss is denying you work hours. In Missouri:
- Full-time employees should be given at least a reasonable notice of schedule changes.
- If this action is persistent, it could be considered constructive dismissal.
- You may want to consult with an employment attorney.
yes the boss is doing that for * weeks and I don't get paid anything even I'm hired as a full time worker
Hello **** ****, sorry to hear about your situation. According to Missouri law, employers must pay wages for all hours worked. If you're not paid, you can file a wage claim with Missouri's Division of Labor Standards. You may also consider legal action.
how can i find free meeting with employment attorney?
Hello **** ****, you can find free or low-cost legal aid for employment law in Missouri through the following:
- Missouri Legal Services
- Missouri Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service
- Local law schools' legal clinics
Please note, availability and eligibility may vary.