Employer Weekend Work Requirements

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Montana law allows employers to require weekend work unless a contract specifies otherwise. Verbal contracts can be binding but are hard to enforce. Billing for lost business hours is not standard practice. Consult an employment attorney for personalized advice.

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MAY DAY JOB IS FORCING ME TO WORK ON A WEEKEND. THIS IS TAKING AWAY FROM MY BUSINESS TIME.
Hello Aaron, are you under a contract that specifies your working hours or days? In Montana, there are no laws prohibiting an employer from requiring you to work on weekends unless stipulated in a contract or collective bargaining agreement.
VERBAL CONTRACT
Hello Aaron, thank you for elaborating. Verbal contracts can be legally binding, but they are often difficult to enforce in court due to lack of written evidence. Montana law typically does not distinguish between oral and written contracts, but specific terms can significantly impact its enforceability.
CAN I BILL MY DAY JOB FOR MY BUSINESS HOURS LOST
Hello Aaron, billing your day job for lost business hours is generally not standard practice. However, it would depend on the specifics of your verbal contract, which can be difficult to enforce. You may want to consult with a local employment attorney for more personalized advice.