Who is exempt from FLSA overtime?

Certain administrative, professional, and executive employees paid on a salary basis are exempt from overtime requirements.

Can I offer comp time instead of overtime?

Generally, private employers cannot offer comp time in lieu of overtime pay for non-exempt employees under the FLSA.

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What is FLSA Overtime?

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires covered employers to pay non-exempt employees at least one and one-half times their regular rate of pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a workweek.

Calculating FLSA Overtime

1Track total hours worked in a fixed 7-day workweek.
2Identify any hours exceeding 40.
3Apply a 1.5x multiplier to the regular hourly rate for those excess hours.

Legal Requirements for Overtime

Failure to pay correct overtime is a common source of wage and hour lawsuits. Employers must accurately track time to ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is exempt from FLSA overtime?: Certain administrative, professional, and executive employees paid on a salary basis are exempt from overtime requirements.
Can I offer comp time instead of overtime?: Generally, private employers cannot offer comp time in lieu of overtime pay for non-exempt employees under the FLSA.

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