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The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal employees is fighting to eliminate mandatory overtime for workers.  Because of staff reductions, workers have been required to work extra shifts and overtime hours.  If employees are unable or unwilling to work overtime, they are disciplined.

A Union spokesperson says the problem results from a shortage of prison, veteran’s homes, and mental health facility employees.    However, officials declare the issue is not a shortage of workers, but that overtime is a fact of life in prisons.  Additionally, prisons need more funding to hire more employees, thereby easing the excessive hour overload.  The Union is fighting for no required overtime, except in emergency situations.

If you have been unfairly forced to work overtime, contact the experienced New York City employment attorneys of Cary Kane LLP today at 212.868.6300 to discuss your legal options.