Wages and Hours Attorneys

Frequently Asked Questions

• 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.
• What Is The Minimum Wage?
  In May 2007, Federal minimum wage was increased to $7.25 per hour, but will be implemented in three stages ($5.85 by July 24, 2007, $6.55 by July 24, 2008 and $7.25 by July 24, 2009). However, … 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
• When Is Overtime Pay Due?
  For covered, nonexempt employees, the FLSA requires overtime pay at a rate of not less than one and one-half times an employee's regular rate of pay after 40 hours of work in a workweek. Some … more
• When Must Break And Meal Periods Be Given?
  The FLSA does not require breaks or meal periods be given to workers. Some states may have requirements for breaks or meal periods. If you work in a state which does not require breaks or meal … more

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