Minimum Wage in Putnam County, New York

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Putnam County, NY Minimum Wage and Wage Claims

What Is the Minimum Wage in Putnam County, NY?

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.)

New York Minimum Wage

The minimum wage in New York is $15 an hour. Because this is higher than the federal minimum wage of $7.25, employees in Upstate New York must be paid at least $15 an hour. New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County all have higher minimum wages.

Learn more about New York’s minimum wage at https://dol.ny.gov/minimum-wage-0.

What Is the Tipped Minimum Wage in Putnam County, NY?

Some states and local governments allow employers to pay tipped employees a lower minimum hourly wage; others don't. 

New York Tipped Minimum Wage

In New York, your employer may pay you less than the regular minimum wage, as long as you earn enough in tips to bring your total hourly pay up to the full minimum amount, $15 an hour. The cash minimum wage that must be paid to service employees depends on the industry and area in which you work; check out Minimum Wage for Tipped Workers for more information. 

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Who Enforces Putnam County, NY Minimum Wage Laws?

New York Enforcement Agency

If you have questions about New York's minimum wage, contact the

New York State Department of Labor

URL: https://dol.ny.gov/

Phone: 888-469-7365

Division of Labor Standards
Harriman State Office Campus
Building 12, Room 266B
Albany, NY 12240

How to File a Wage Claim in Putnam County, NY

If you were not paid the minimum wage in Putnam County, NY, 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 New York State Department of Labor

The New York State Department of Labor has posted its wage claim form and instructions at its website.

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Get Help With Putnam County, NY 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.

Putnam County, NY 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 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.

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Putnam County, NY Lawyer Directories

Lawyer Referral Services in New York. Check with the New York State Bar Association for information on lawyer referral services in Putnam County, NY. 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 Putnam County, NY lawyers who specialize in wage and hour claims and other employment issues.


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