Summary Federal overtime laws require that employers provide overtime pay to those who work over 40 hours per workweek. Many states have their own overtime laws. States that do not have their own overtime rules default to the federal law. Starting Janu
Overtime pay can be a tricky concept to grasp. Learn what overtime rules you have to follow and how to calculate overtime with our guide.
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Federal law does not require the employer to pay overtime for hours worked on Saturdays, Sundays, regular days of rest or at nights, except if the employee works past the 40 hours for the week on these days. The employer pays overtime with the employee’s regular work hours on the next...
Amends the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to strengthen and improve Federal civil rights laws, provide for damages in cases of intentional employment discrimination, clarify provisions regarding disparate impact actions, and for other purposes. Equal Pay Act of 1963 ...
Two separate federal laws govern HR policies on wages. The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 contains provisions for minimum wage, overtime pay, exempt and nonexempt employee classification and record keeping. Thefederal minimum wageis $7.25 per hour; however, many states have minimum wage standar...
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For example, California demands breaks for meals. If there are absences in state law regarding certain questions, then the federal regulations are the default rule.If you violate meal and rest break laws, the penalties from the government can be very swift and punishing. The California court ...
Want to more about state holidays? For more information on thespecific state regulations regarding holidaysand time off, check out the list below. State-specific Holidays in the US: California State Holidays Colorado State Holidays Florida State Holidays ...
There was a time when workers wereat the mercy of their employersregarding job-related safety and benefits, to say nothing of hiring and promotions. However, a push for employee rights gained momentum in the 20th century, resulting in a series of important labor protection laws that millions of...