Employer Retroactive Time Changes

Summary

Retroactively changing clock-in times may violate wage and hour laws in North Carolina. Employers must pay employees for all hours worked, and such changes can be considered wage theft. Contact the North Carolina Department of Labor for further guidance. You may have grounds to sue; consult an employment attorney to evaluate your case. Legal Aid of North Carolina can provide assistance.

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today my employer went back into the system and changed my clock in times for a whole week and said we are no longer allowed to clock in early, after previously saying we were allowed five minutes, which going forward I will not clock in early but I was wondering if it was legal for them to take time from days I’ve already worked. Our time clocks are geo-located and won’t even let you clock in unless you are at work.
Jasmin, changing your clock-in times retroactively could violate wage and hour laws, depending on your location. Could you please let me know which state you are in? This will help provide more specific guidance.
North Carolina
In North Carolina, employers must comply with both federal and state wage and hour laws. Retroactively changing clock-in times may violate these laws. Here are some key points:
- Employers must pay employees for all hours worked.
- Changing clock-in times retroactively can be considered wage theft.
I recommend contacting the North Carolina Department of Labor for further guidance.
Do you have any other questions or need additional information?
Could I sue them
Yes, you may have grounds to sue. Here are the main points to consider:
- Wage Theft: Retroactively changing clock-in times can be considered wage theft.
- North Carolina Laws: Employers must pay for all hours worked.
Consult an employment attorney to evaluate your case further. Would you like contact information for legal aid in North Carolina?
Yes

Legal Aid of North Carolina


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