How to Join a Class Action Lawsuit for Unpaid Overtime

Workers deserve fair pay for every hour worked. You may qualify for a class action lawsuit if your employer denies overtime wages. We help employees across Los Angeles recover unpaid wages and hold companies accountable. Contact our experienced Los Angeles class action lawyer team today for expert guidance.

Understanding Unpaid Overtime Claims

Federal and California laws require overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 per week. Violations occur when employers:

• Misclassify employees as exempt
• Fail to pay time-and-a-half for overtime
• Alter timesheets or underreport hours
• Deny legally required meal/rest breaks

Our Los Angeles class action attorney at Premier Legal Center, APC, can determine if your case qualifies for collective action against your employer.

How Class Actions Work for Wage Theft

Identifying Widespread Violations

Class actions apply when multiple employees face similar unpaid overtime issues. We review pay stubs, work schedules, and employer policies to prove systemic violations.

Filing the Lawsuit

Our legal team files a complaint detailing the wage violations. If enough workers are affected, the court certifies the case as a class action.

Notifying Potential Class Members

Once certified, all affected employees receive a notice and can join the lawsuit automatically or opt out.

Settlement or Trial

Most cases settle, requiring the employer to pay back wages plus penalties. If not, we take the case to trial.

How to Join an Existing Overtime Class Action

• Check if you received a notice – Courts mail notices to eligible employees
• Submit a claim form – Complete and return it by the deadline
• Provide documentation – Pay stubs, schedules, or communications proving unpaid overtime
• Wait for resolution – Settlements typically take months to years

Starting a New Class Action

If no lawsuit exists for your employer’s violations:

• Gather evidence (pay stubs, emails, witness statements)
• Contact our firm – We assess whether your case meets class action requirements.
• File the complaint – We handle all legal steps while protecting your rights.

Why Choose Class Actions Over Individual Claims

• Stronger leverage against employers
• Lower legal costs (fees come from settlement funds)
• Protects all affected workers, not just one claimant

Your Rights Under California Labor Laws

• Overtime pay required after 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week
• Double-time pay after 12 hours/day
• Penalties for willful violations (up to 4 years of back pay)

When to Contact a Lawyer

If you suspect unpaid overtime violations, act quickly. Steven Lance Marchbanks specializes in wage theft cases and can evaluate your claim. At Premier Legal Center, APC, our legal team has recovered millions in unpaid wages for California workers. We fight to ensure every employee receives fair compensation.

Take Action Today

Don’t let wage theft go unchallenged. Join forces with coworkers to demand what you’ve earned. Schedule a free consultation at (877) 441-4441 now.