Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I have been under-reimbursed for vehicle costs?
Pizza companies commonly reimburse at a rate of approximately $0.20 to $0.35 per mile or $1.00 to $2.00 per delivery. If you have received similar reimbursement rates, then your employer has likely under-reimbursed you.
Do I need receipts to prove my claim?
No, you can rely on your memory, the IRS standard business mileage reimbursement rate and / or estimates of your vehicle costs. Weinhaus & Potashnick has proven its ability to win vehicle reimbursement claims based on estimated vehicle costs.
Can I pursue a claim for under-reimbursed vehicle costs anywhere in the United States?
Yes. The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) applies throughout the United States. Also, most states maintain laws that provide additional protection to pizza delivery drivers against under-reimbursement of their vehicle costs. Weinhaus & Potashnick has pursued numerous similar claims around the United States.
Do only pizza delivery drivers have legal protection against under-reimbursed vehicle costs?
No. Many other types of employees have the same protection. In fact, Weinhaus & Potashnick has pursued numerous claims for automotive parts delivery drivers in many areas of the United States.
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Do I have to pay Weinhaus & Potashnick only if I win my claim?
Yes. Weinhaus & Potashnick may only charge you a fee if you win. However, all recoveries through a final decisions on the merits obtained by Weinhaus & Potashnick to date have required employers, not delivery drivers, to pay Weinhaus & Potashnick’s fees and costs separately, and in addition to, the delivery drivers’ recovery.
How much will I receive?
Weinhaus & Potashnick cannot inform you of the specific amount of recovery prior to a telephone consultation and some discovery. For recent results see the “Recent Results” page. But please remember that past results afford no guarantee of future results. Every case is different and must be judged on its merits.
How long does it take to obtain a recovery?
Typically arbitrated vehicle reimbursement claims take less than one year from the time of arbitration claim is filed. However, your claim may be resolved sooner or later than one year.
How do I file a claim?
Call Mark Potashnick at (314) 997-9150 ext. 2 or email him at .
