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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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MARGARET MEAD
WHY CHOOSE GETMAN, SWEENEY & DUNN? WAGE HOUR RIGHTS AND COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS COST OF BRINGING A CASE AGAINST AN EMPLOYER
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…

June, 2026

NEWS RELEASE- Former Dishwasher sues Pasta D'Oro (Posted June 3, 2026)

Wurtsboro, NY – A former dishwasher who worked for Pasta D’Oro is suing the restaurant for minimum wage violations and failure to pay premium overtime wages for all hours worked over 40 in a week. Pasta D’Oro is owned by Edison Narkaj and Christian Dushaj. According to its website, Pasta D’Oro has two locations – one in Wurtsboro and one at the Jolly Onion in Pine Island. They also own D’Oro…
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February, 2026

Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson – posted February 20, 2026

On February 17, Rev. Jesse Jackson died of a rare neurological disease. He will be remembered for his leadership in the civil rights movement, and his commitment to economic justice for all people. Rev. Jesse Jackson devoted his life to both the labor and civil rights movements, led by the belief that economic justice is…
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February, 2026

Celebrating the anniversary of the FLSA – Posted February 13, 2026

On February 12th in 1938, The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) was introduced in the House of Representatives. It was fully enacted by congress on February 25th. Instituted under F.D.R.’s New Deal, the Fair Labor Standards Act created federal wage and hour laws that established a standard forty-hour workweek, minimum wage and overtime pay (1.5…
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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.