Your Rights Under Wage & Hour Laws
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The basic work exchange is your hours for your employer's money. But the wage and hour rules can get complicated in a hurry. Find out about overtime, the minimum wage, travel and training time, wage garnishments, hour cuts and furloughs, and much more.
The Fair Labor Standards Act
Learn about the federal law that sets the legal rules for wages and hours.
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Your Rights Under the Fair Labor Standards Act
The FLSA sets the minimum wage, requires overtime, regulates child labor, and more. -
Who Is Covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act?
Certain employees are exempt under the FLSA, which means they aren't entitled to its protections. -
Your Rights Under Wage & Hour Laws FAQ
Answers to common questions about the FLSA.
Wage and Hour Laws by State
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Wage Laws
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Your Right to the Minimum Wage
Learn who is -- and is not -- entitled to the minimum wage. -
Tips, Tip Pooling, and Tip Credits: What Service Employees Need to Know
If you earn tips, find out the rules for tip credits, tipping out, service charges, and more. -
Do You Have an Unpaid Wage Claim?
Learn how employers violate the wage and hour laws -- and what to do if you aren't paid what you've earned. -
More on Wages
See all of our articles on wage laws here.
All About Work Hours
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Overtime Pay: Your Rights as an Employee
When are you entitled to overtime -- and how much do you get? -
Meal and Rest Breaks: Your Rights as an Employee
Are you entitled to time off during the work day? -
More on Work Hours
See all of our articles on hours of work here.
Questions on Your Rights Under Wage & Hour Laws
- Am I really an intern or just an employee who isn't getting paid?
- What do I do if my boss is underpaying me?
- Do I have to take time off for lunch?
- Should my final paycheck include vacation time?
- Can my boss force me to work overtime?
- Does my employer have to pay for training?
- Can my employer make me pay for uniforms?
- Should my supervisor be sharing tips?
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