The issue of hospital short shifts is one that has garnered a lot of attention in the category of Federal Labor Standards Act law. Under the FLSA, specially adjusted rules exist for hospital workers whose shifts span long hours. These altered regulations adjust the compensation employees receive.

It is not unusual for hospital employees to work 12-hour shifts that follow federal overtime laws that provide time-and-a-half for overtime hours. However, when these same employees work less than 10 hours in one day they may be paid under a short shift wage that helps compensate them for the difference in earnings between this and a 12-hour shift. A recent case in Los Angeles, California brought this issue to national attention when hospital employees argued that it is unfair for those working shifts less than 10-hours in length are paid more than those working 12-hour shifts.

If you are a hospital employee, you deserve to be compensated fairly for your efforts in the medical field. However, if you believe that your employer’s short shift payment system is unfair do not hesitate to discuss your experiences with an attorney. A compassionate and experienced lawyer can help you fight for justice and improve the rights of hospital workers across the country.

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