FLSA Wage Violations Complaint Generator

Note: The FLSA requires employers to pay overtime at 1.5x the regular rate for hours over 40 per week and maintain accurate records. This tool helps draft complaints for wage and hour violations including unpaid overtime and minimum wage violations.

Court and Case Information

Forum Type *

Case/Civil Action Number

Your Information (Plaintiff)

Full Name *

Employment Information

Employer/Company Name *

Job Title *

Employment Period

Enter start and end dates of your employment

Job Classification *

Non-exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay

Wage and Hour Information

Hourly Rate *

Your regular hourly pay rate

Hours Worked Per Week *

Typical hours worked per week

Overtime Hours Per Week

Hours over 40 per week (overtime hours)

Were you paid overtime rate (1.5x)?

Overtime Pay Calculation Example:

Regular Rate: $15.00/hour

Overtime Rate: $22.50/hour (1.5 × regular rate)

50 hours/week: 40 regular hours + 10 overtime hours

Weekly Pay Should Be: (40 × $15) + (10 × $22.50) = $600 + $225 = $825

Total Unpaid Overtime Amount (Estimate)

Your best estimate of total unpaid overtime wages

FLSA Violations

Types of Violations *

Unpaid overtime (over 40 hours/week)

Below minimum wage

Required to work off-the-clock

Illegal deductions for breaks

Misclassified as exempt/contractor

Employer failed to keep proper records

Minimum Wage Violations (If Applicable)

Federal minimum wage is $7.25/hour (higher in some states)

Record Keeping Issues

FLSA requires employers to maintain accurate records of hours and wages

Work Details and Evidence

Job Duties Description

This helps determine if you were properly classified as exempt or non-exempt

Witnesses

Coworkers who worked similar hours or witnessed violations

Documentation You Have

Timesheets/time records

Pay stubs

Work schedules

Work emails/texts showing hours

Personal records of hours worked

Damages and Relief

Total Damages Sought

Include unpaid wages plus equal amount in liquidated damages

FLSA Damages: Unpaid wages plus an equal amount in liquidated damages may be available; prevailing plaintiffs may recover attorney fees.

Additional Relief Requested

Liquidated damages (double damages)

Attorney fees and costs

Court order to comply with FLSA

Collective action (include other employees)

Impact of Wage Violations

Describe financial hardship, inability to pay bills, etc.

⚖️ Legal Disclaimer

WE ARE NOT YOUR LAWYER. This service provides document generation assistance only and does not constitute legal advice.

It is your responsibility to:

• Check all local court rules to ensure compliance with formatting, filing, and procedural requirements

• Verify all legal claims and ensure they are supported by applicable law

• Review and edit the generated document before filing

• Handle all aspects of litigating your case, including discovery, motions, and trial

Always consider consulting with a licensed attorney before filing any legal complaint.

💰 FLSA Wage Violations Complaint Generator