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Missoula, MT Minimum Wage and Wage Claims
What Is the Minimum Wage in Missoula, MT?
You are entitled to the highest minimum wage that applies where you work, whether set by your city, county, or state government. (Most cities and counties don’t have their own minimum wage laws.)
Montana Minimum Wage
The minimum wage in Montana is $10.30 an hour. Because this is higher than the federal minimum wage of $7.25, employees in The Big Sky State must be paid at least $10.30 an hour.
To learn more about Montana’s minimum wage, see https://erd.dli.mt.gov/labor-standards/wage-and-hour-payment-act/wage-and-hour-faq.
What Is the Tipped Minimum Wage in Missoula, MT?
Some states and local governments allow employers to pay tipped employees a lower minimum hourly wage; others don't.
Montana Tipped Minimum Wage
The tipped minimum wage in Montana is the same as the regular minimum wage: $10.30 an hour. Tips don't count against the employer's obligation to pay the minimum wage.
Who Enforces Missoula, MT Minimum Wage Laws?
Montana Enforcement Agency
If you have questions about Montana's minimum wage, contact the
URL: https://dli.mt.gov/
Phone: 406-444-6543
Montana Department of Labor and Industry, Employment Relations Division
Beck Building
1805 Prospect Avenue
Helena, MT 59601
Email: DLIERDWage@mt.gov
How to File a Wage Claim in Missoula, MT
If you were not paid the minimum wage in Missoula, MT, you may have the right to file a wage claim or complaint with a government agency. Be sure to look at the wage claim materials (below) for the agency that enforces the law you believe was violated, whether city, county, or state.
All jurisdictions impose a time limit on how far back you may claim unpaid wages, so it's important to file your claim quickly. There may be other restrictions on the claims you may file, such as dollar-amount limits or limits on the agency’s ability to force employers to comply with the law. You may be required to ask your employer to pay you correctly before you file a claim. And, you almost always have the option to go straight to court and file a lawsuit instead of filing a wage claim with a government agency. For these reasons, it often makes sense to talk to an experienced wage and hour lawyer to make sure you know all of your options, understand the strength of your claims, and decide how to proceed.
Filing a Wage Claim with the Montana Department of Labor & Industry
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry has posted an information page on how to file a wage claim at its website.
Get Help With Missoula, MT Wage Claims and Lawsuits
If you are considering filing a wage claim or lawsuit, you may want to speak to a local wage and hour attorney. The resources below can help you find a lawyer near you.
Missoula, MT Free or Low-Cost Legal Assistance
Legal aid offices provide free legal assistance to low-income people. Typically, you must qualify for legal aid based on your income. Visit Montana Law Help to find local resources and legal aid offices.
Some law schools have free legal clinics that provide assistance with specific problems, including wage and hour issues and other employment matters. Find a list of law schools offering legal clinics on a variety of issues at the American Bar Association Center for Pro Bono.
Missoula, MT Lawyer Directories
Lawyer Referral Services in Montana. Check with the State Bar of Montana for information on lawyer referral services in Missoula, MT. Lawyer referral services match people with attorneys who specialize in particular legal fields, such as wage and hour law.
NELA’s “Find-A-Lawyer” Service. Search the National Employment Lawyer’s Association’s membership to find Missoula, MT lawyers who specialize in wage and hour claims and other employment issues.
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