Representing workers in wage and hour lawsuits nationwide

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“For millions of Americans, poverty isn’t caused by the inability to work or to find work. It’s caused by lousy pay.”
SARITA GUPTA
“It is a crime for people to live in this rich nation and receive starvation wages.”
DR MARTIN LUTHER KING, Jr.
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“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed it's the only thing that ever has.”
MARGARET MEAD
WHY CHOOSE GETMAN, SWEENEY & DUNN?

Simply the best in the business

Getman, Sweeney & Dunn represents employees and independent contractors working throughout the U.S. We are fearless and meticulous. GSD regularly sues multinational and Fortune 500 companies, recovering more than a hundred million dollars in pay wrongfully taken from employees.Trusted to handle class actions by tens of thousands of short-changed workers, we handle cases for individual workers just as diligently.

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WAGE HOUR RIGHTS AND COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS

What you need to know and understanding your rights

Helping workers get their fair share is what we do at Getman, Sweeney & Dunn. Wage-hour rights and protections may vary by state, but there are some common misunderstandings of the law that may be robbing you of pay, rest breaks and time off that you are entitled to. If you believe you are not getting paid fairly or properly for the work you do, GSD is here to help you fight for your rights.

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COST OF BRINGING A CASE AGAINST AN EMPLOYER

The considerations in deciding whether to bring a suit

Getman, Sweeney & Dunn understands that the idea of suing your employer is something that is not for everyone. We never pressure anyone to sue. But we are here to listen, and help you make some important decisions. Calls to GSD are free and confidential. We don’t charge for consultations and we handle litigation without upfront charges. If you feel you are being cheated, you owe it to yourself to find out how we can help.

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Overtime Calculator & Questionnaire

At Getman, Sweeney & Dunn we can quickly inform you as to whether you are owed overtime under federal law. Or, using our handy Overtime Calculator, you can figure it out for yourself. Put that info together with our Overtime Questionnaire and give us a call. Don’t you owe it to yourself to get what you’ve earned?

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How can we help you?

We all deserve fair pay for the work we do. If you are being cheated, or suspect that your employer is not following the law, you have every right to pursue them for what you deserve. At Getman, Sweeney & Dunn, we will listen to your concerns, confidentially, at no charge. If you decide to bring a case, we will fight in your corner, not just for you, but for the rights of other working people. Don’t suffer in silence. Call GSD today.

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The latest news

August, 2025

Cómo comentar sobre los cambios del USDOL en el pago de los asistentes de salud a domicilio

El Departamento de Trabajo de EE. UU. quiere quitarle a usted y a otros asistentes de salud en el hogar el derecho federal al pago de horas extras y al salario mínimo. En los estados sin leyes salariales que protejan a los asistentes de salud en el hogar, eso significa que muchos asistentes perderán su…
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August, 2025

How to comment on the USDOL Changes to Home Health Aide Pay

Getman, Sweeney & Dunn has spent years litigating cases to recover backpay for home health aides. We were able to recover back wages because US Department of Labor (USDOL) regulations require home health aides to be paid overtime for hours worked over 40 in a week. Now, the current US Department of Labor wants to…
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July, 2025

Know Your Rights – Wage Theft for Workers – Brooklyn Public Library – Sunset Park – July 19, 2025

GSD attorney Karen Kithan Yau will be giving a know your rights presentation to community members this Saturday at 12:30PM at Brooklyn Public Library and again in Chinese at 2:00PM. The training will be held at the Sunset Park branch at 5108 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. Please see the below flyer for details. There will…
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Our Anti-Racism statement

Amidst the anti-racism protests taking place throughout the nation in response to the murder of George Floyd, and as a law firm committed to the fair treatment of all workers, Getman, Sweeney & Dunn stands in solidarity with our Black communities, our clients, associates, and all people of color in the fight against racial injustice.