Legal Question in Employment Law in Tennessee

I am a home health RN and have recently found out that the other RN who has the same job as I has been getting paid more that I do. I have been with this company for almost 4 yrs. and she has only been here but about a year. Our boss tends to 'baby' her alot. Is it illegal for them to pay her more for doing the same job? or do they have a right to pay whatever they want to whoever they want with the same job title?


Asked on 3/02/10, 11:03 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
James R. Becker, Jr. Becker Law Firm

It is possible they could pay people different amounts for the same work. It is also possible that this conduct could be illegal. A number of factors go into determining if (1) the workers are truly equal and (2) whether or not the conduct is illegal. If you have a concern that you are being treated illegally, you should consult with an experienced labor and employment law attorney to discuss these issues.

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Answered on 3/08/10, 6:28 am


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