Add Comment Question: My employer has refused and continues to refuse to pay overtime for my job that is not exempt from receiving overtime pay. Would this be worth pursuing? Answer: Thank you for your question. If your employer is refusing to pay you overtime then you can pursue this at the Ministry of Labour or through a civil claim. At the Ministry of Labour, please bear in mind that there is a two-year limitation period. Employers are not allowed to decide whether they pay overtime unless the employee is exempt. For more information, please contact us at the number below. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.