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How Oilfield Workers Can Protect Their Overtime Rights

Working in the oilfield industry often involves long hours and demanding conditions. Despite these challenges, many oilfield workers are not properly compensated for their overtime hours. If you believe you are owed…

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Oilfield Overtime Laws: A State-by-State Guide

The oilfield industry is a vital part of the American economy, employing thousands of workers across various states. However, due to the demanding nature of the job, many oilfield workers find themselves…

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Independent Contractor vs. Employee: Why It Matters for Oilfield Workers

In the dynamic world of the oilfield industry, understanding the distinction between an independent contractor and an employee is crucial. This classification impacts not only your job security and benefits but also…

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Common Mistakes Oilfield Employers Make in Overtime Calculations

The oilfield industry is known for its demanding work schedules and unique compensation structures. Unfortunately, these factors often lead to common mistakes in calculating overtime pay, which can result in costly litigation…

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Are Day Rates Legal? Oilfield Workers – You Deserve the Truth

As an unpaid wage attorney that focuses on representing oilfield workers, I often am asked, “Are day rates legal?” This is an important question, especially those in the oil and gas industry,…

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Recovering Unpaid OT for Day Rate Oilfield Workers

As an attorney who has dedicated years to fighting for the rights of oilfield workers, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges many of you face. You work long hours in tough conditions, often…

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Unpaid Overtime in the Oilfield Industry: Know Your Rights

If you’re an oilfield worker, you know that the job is tough, demanding, and often requires long hours. Unfortunately, many oilfield employers fail to properly compensate their workers for the overtime hours…

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Federal Court Certifies OT Case for Oilfield Workers

In this case, plaintiffs, who worked as Acidizers/Treaters for Petroplex Acidizing, Inc., a Texas-based company, allege that Petroplex violated wage and overtime laws under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and New…

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Appellate Court Addresses Irregular Schedules: What Jones v. PSC Means for Oilfield Workers’ Pay and OT

In Jones v. Producers Service Corporation, the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit addressed a dispute over unpaid overtime wages under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The plaintiffs,…

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