Wage and Hour Laws

By Fingercheck Marketing
November 12, 2024

Wage and Hour Laws

Wage and hour laws refer to a set of federal, state, and local regulations that govern the minimum wages, working hours, overtime pay, and other compensation-related issues in the workplace.

In the U.S., the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is the primary federal law regulating wage and hour standards, which mandates that employees must be paid at least the federal minimum wage and overtime pay (typically time-and-a-half) for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, unless they are exempt employees.

State and local governments may have additional laws that provide higher minimum wages, stricter overtime rules, or additional protections for workers. These laws are designed to ensure that workers are paid fairly for their time and efforts while safeguarding their rights to safe and reasonable working conditions.

Fingercheck and any related entities do not offer tax, accounting, or legal advice. This content is designed for informational purposes only and should not be considered a source of tax, legal, or accounting advice. It is recommended that you consult your tax, legal, and accounting advisors before undertaking any related activities or transactions.

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