Ortiz & Moeslinger, PC

02/10/2026

Were you paid the correct rate for work on a public construction project in Massachusetts?

Prevailing wage violations are common – especially with overtime, benefits and apprentice pay – and underpayment can result in triple damages.

Our latest post explains the 2026 prevailing wage rules and what steps to take if your employer didn’t pay the required rate: https://masswagelaw.com/massachusetts-prevailing-wage-2026-update/

If you believe you were underpaid, contact us at (671) 338-9400 to discuss your case.

01/06/2026

If you’re a bartender or server in Massachusetts, the law now makes it clear: your employer must pay you $15 per hour for side work – this includes tasks such as rolling silverware, topping off ketchup bottles or cleaning your area. They cannot pay you the lower tipped rate ($6.75/hour) for that time, even if the service rate plus your tips equals or exceeds the minimum wage of $15 per hour. If you’ve been doing side work for tipped wages, you may be owed back pay. Learn more and contact us for a free case review https://masswagelaw.com/massachusetts-clarifies-tipped-wage-rules-when-side-work-must-be-paid-at-15-per-hour/

11/07/2025

Did you work on a public construction job?
You earned 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄— not less.

If you were shorted or paid wrong, we can help.

Contact us for a free review – (617) 338-9400 or [email protected].

Brought to you by the Mass Wage Law Blog and the law firm of Ortiz & Moeslinger, P.C.

11/06/2025

Did you work a public construction job?
You are entitled to 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄.

You may have been paid incorrectly.
Contact us for a free review – (617) 338-9400 or [email protected].

Brought to you by the Mass Wage Law Blog and the law firm of Ortiz & Moeslinger, P.C.

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09/24/2025

Construction is one of the largest industries in the country, but it remains a male-dominated field. Women in construction continue to face barriers to entering and remaining in the profession, including discrimination and harassment.

Our lawyers represent workers in the construction industry, with a focus on enforcing Massachusetts wage and hour and anti-discrimination laws. In addition to these cases, we regularly handle claims involving harassment, independent contractor misclassification, prevailing wage violations, retaliation and medical leave violations.

Read our most recent blog post for a summary of these common law employment claims https://masswagelaw.com/women-in-construction/

06/18/2025

Know Your Rights: PFML and Retaliation Protections in Massachusetts

Under Massachusetts’ Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) law, employees are entitled to paid time off for qualifying family or medical reasons. But PFML is more than just leave — it’s legal protection.

📌 What you should know:
PFML protects you from retaliation and discrimination for taking or requesting leave. This means your employer cannot punish, fire, demote or otherwise treat you unfairly for exercising your PFML rights.

🕒 The Six-Month Rule
If adverse action is taken against you within six months of returning from PFML, the law presumes retaliation — and the burden is on your employer to prove otherwise.

⚖️ What can you do if you face retaliation?
You may be entitled to reinstatement, lost wages and other legal remedies.

📣 Need advice?
If you believe your PFML rights have been violated, our team is here to help. Understanding your rights is the first step — enforcing them is the next.

📞 Learn more about PFML https://masswagelaw.com/retaliation-claims-under-the-massachusetts-pfml-leave-law-what-employees-need-to-know and contact us today for a confidential consultation – (617) 338-9400 or [email protected]

03/20/2025

⏳ Are you working through your breaks without pay? You may be entitled to overtime wages!
If your employer is requiring you to work during unpaid meal or rest breaks, you could be missing out on compensation that you rightfully deserve. Wage and hour laws protect employees like you from unfair labor practices.
📞 Call Ortiz & Moeslinger, P.C. today at (671) 338-9400 to learn more about your rights and how we can help.

03/19/2025

🔍 Not all lawyers are created equal—especially when it comes to overtime pay claims.
If you’re considering legal action, ask these key questions of any lawyer before you them:
✔️ What percentage of your practice is dedicated to wage and overtime claims?
✔️ How many overtime trials have you handled?
Many cases settle, but if they go to trial, experience matters. Don’t settle for less. We have over 20 years of experience helping workers like you. Contact us today to discuss your overtime pay claim.
📞 Contact us to discuss your case: (671) 338-9400.

03/18/2025

A recent U.S. District Court ruling in Turgut v. Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. reinforces the strict obligations of the Massachusetts Wage Act. The court ruled that employees working five-day weeks must be paid within six days of the end of the pay period—rejecting the employer’s argument for a seven-day deadline.

Attorney Raven Moeslinger noted, “The holding gives meaning to both the six-day and seven-day payment provisions.” This decision clarifies an often-misunderstood area of wage law, emphasizing that compliance matters down to the last day.
For employees, this case underscores the strong protections in place for timely compensation.

Read more in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly : https://bit.ly/4kXtnAy
If you think you are owed unpaid wages, contact us.

An employee can proceed with a putative class action alleging his employer violated the Wage Act by failing to pay him within six days of the end of the company’s pay period, even though the statute allows payment within seven days for some categories of workers, a U.S. District Court judge has ru...

03/13/2025

👨‍⚖️ A Massachusetts worker was told to work overtime but keep it ‘off the books.’
His employer denied it—until we uncovered a key witness who confirmed his story. The result? A successful case that reinforced workers’ rights.

We've been handling overtime pay claims since 2003, bringing dedication, focus, and creative problem-solving to every case.

Think your employer owes you overtime? Let’s talk: (671) 338-9400.

03/12/2025

💼 Not every lawyer is ready to take an overtime case to trial.
Many settle quickly to avoid court—but we don’t back down. With 20+ years of experience, we fight for what’s fair, ensuring our clients get what they’re owed.
Your hard work deserves fair pay. If you’ve been denied overtime, we’re here to help. Contact us at (671) 338-9400.
📲 Reach out today.