by hoj2z | Sep 28, 2025 | Employee Classification, Wage And Hour Basics
One of the biggest points of confusion under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is whether an employee is exempt or non-exempt. The answer matters—a lot—because it determines whether someone is entitled to overtime pay when they work more than 40 hours in a week....
by hoj2z | Sep 28, 2025 | Agencies, Wage And Hour Basics
When it comes to labor laws in the U.S., the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is the main federal agency making sure workers are treated fairly and employers follow the rules. Inside the DOL, the Wage and Hour Division (WHD) plays a central role—it’s the team...
by hoj2z | Sep 28, 2025 | Wage And Hour Basics
If you’ve ever asked, “Do I have to pay employees for travel time, waiting time, or pre-shift prep?” — the Portal-to-Portal Act of 1947 is the law that answers those questions. This Act amended the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and sets the rules for what kinds of...
by hoj2z | Sep 27, 2025 | Wage And Hour Basics
When it comes to paying your employees, the Equal Pay Act (EPA) is clear: men and women doing substantially equal work must receive equal pay. It’s one of the cornerstones of workplace fairness, and it’s been on the books since 1963. Quick history & who enforces...
by hoj2z | Sep 27, 2025 | Wage And Hour Basics
If you hire people in the U.S., the FLSA is the rulebook that sets the floor for pay and hours. It tells you the minimum you must pay, when overtime kicks in, what records to keep, and how young workers can be scheduled. States can add more protections, but the FLSA...
