Can my employer text me after hours?

Legally, unless you operate in one of the few countries that have already made it illegal, you can text your employees during, before, and after business hours. But before you do, a note of caution: Do it only in an emergency. For managers, try putting yourself in your employee’s shoes for a moment.

Can your employer require you to answer your phone?

Let’s tackle the legality first: Yes, in the U.S., it’s legal for your employer to require this.

Can your employer call you on your day off?

Yes, your employer may call you on day off.

Can I legally text my employees?

As some of our partners in human resources have taught us, text messaging with employees is possible, but has to be handled properly and legally. Don’t abuse the privilege of having their cellphone number by sending out too many texts with non-essential or non-applicable information. Avoid texting employees after work.

Do employers have to pay for after hours calls and texts?

Do Employers Have to Pay Employees for After Hours Calls, Emails, and Texts? The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) dictates when employees must be paid for cell phone use outside of work hours. The FLSA classifies employees as either “exempt” or “non-exempt.”

Can a nonexempt employee be asked to do work off the clock?

] Nonexempt employees who are covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act can’t be asked to do work off the clock. For instance, workers can’t be required to do prep work or clean up outside their paid shifts. What’s more, employers should be wary of any request to be paid in cash or off the books.

Are after-hours phone calls and emails a concern?

If after-hours phone calls, emails, or text messages are a concern for you, Attorney Andrea B. Niesen is available for consultation and will help you evaluate your situation. Attorney Niesen is an experienced employment law attorney and can also help you make sense of the recent changes to the FLSA that could impact your employment.

Do you have to pay employees for cell phone use outside work?

The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) dictates when employees must be paid for cell phone use outside of work hours. The FLSA classifies employees as either “exempt” or “non-exempt.” Exempt employees generally do not receive overtime for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week.