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What Does The Fair Labor Standards Act Govern?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets minimum wage, overtime pay, equal pay, record keeping requirements and child labor standards.
Can An Employer Use Arrest And Criminal Records To Reject A Job Applicant?
There have been some cases where the EEOC has found the blanket use of arrest or criminal records as a basis for rejecting job applicants to be unlawful if such use results in a … more
How Many Hours Is Full-Time Employment? How Many Hours Is Part-Time Employment?
This is a matter generally determined by an employer. Many people mistakenly believe that full-time employment consists of 40 hours per week. However, the federal Fair Labor Standards … more

A Balancing Act: Family and Medical Leave Act Benefits
In 1993, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was passed to help employees balance the demands of their jobs and important family issues. It is important for employees to understand their rights under FMLA so that they can appropriately plan for the care of their families. Who is Eligible for FMLA Benefits? Eligible employees who work for covered employers are eligible … more
Possible Damages for Wage and Hour Law Violations
Most employees make an agreement with their employers that in return for going to work and performing their jobs they will be compensated with wages. The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) defines the minimum wage and overtime pay, among other things. Many states have enacted similar laws that regulate the minimum amount that an employee must be paid in return for doing his or … more

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