Oscar A. Rodriguez

Oscar A. Rodriguez is an employment lawyer and founder of U.S. Wage Theft Law: Rodriguez Law PLC, representing workers in unpaid wage and hour class and collective actions nationwide. His practice focuses exclusively on claims involving unpaid overtime, minimum wage violations, misclassification, and other compensation disputes. With more than 16 years of litigation experience, he develops evidence-based strategies, explains complex procedures clearly, and advocates for employees through federal litigation, administrative proceedings, arbitration, negotiation, and other available paths toward financial recovery.

Oscar completed his undergraduate education at the University of Michigan and graduated from Wayne State University Law School. His academic training provided a foundation in legal research, persuasive writing, civil procedure, statutory interpretation, and courtroom advocacy. He applies those skills to matters governed by the Fair Labor Standards Act and related state laws, helping workers understand compensation rules, deadlines, collective action procedures, remedies, and evidence required to support their claims.

Oscar has represented employees and employers in federal and state courts, administrative tribunals, and arbitration proceedings. His broader litigation background includes matters involving the FLSA, FMLA, OSHA, ERISA, COBRA, anti-discrimination laws, noncompete agreements, and trade secret disputes. Before establishing his current practice in 2025, he spent 15 years with another Michigan firm, eventually serving as a partner in its civil litigation practice and developing substantial practical trial and case-management experience.

Oscar A. Rodriguez is admitted in Michigan state courts, district courts in Michigan, two federal district courts in Illinois, and the Second and Sixth Circuit Courts of Appeals. He has pursued unpaid wage claims in federal courts across numerous states, giving him experience with complex multistate litigation. His approach combines focused investigation, detailed preparation, candid communication, and determined advocacy for workers seeking accountability and compensation for unlawfully withheld earnings nationwide.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, U.S. Wage Theft Law: Rodriguez Law PLC
• Member, State Bar of Michigan

Licensed State

• Michigan

Education

• Wayne State University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Michigan
  Undergraduate

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