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Other New Hampshire Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: What is the minimum wage in New Hampshire?
  A: The minimum wage is currently $7.25 per hour. More
• Q: When Must Overtime Be Paid?
  A: Unless exempt by the Fair Labor Standards Act, overtime is paid to hourly employees at the rate of time and one half of the employees regular rate of pay for all … More
• Q: Am I Entitled To Rest Or Lunch Periods?
  A: An employer cannot require that an employee work more than five consecutive hours without granting a thirty minute lunch or eating period. If the employer cannot … More
• Q: Can An Employee Be Fired Without Being Given A Reason Or A Notice?
  A: In New Hampshire an employer can fire an employee without giving a reason or notice. More
• Q: When Are Wages Due Upon Separation From Employment?
  A: If an employee quits or resigns, the wages are due by the next regular payday. If fired, the wages are due within 72 hours from the time of the termination. More
• Q: Is An Employer Required To Provide The Employee With Access To Their Personnel File?
  A: Yes, an employee, whether past or current, must be given access to review or be given a copy of, if requested, their own personnel file. More
• Q: Is An Employment Certificate Required For Employment Of A Minor?
  A: The Youth Employment Certificate is required for any youth 12 to 15 years old and must be on file at the employer's place of business within three business days of … More
• Q: Are There Restrictions On The Hours That A Minor May Work?
  A: If subject to both Federal/State laws, fourteen and fifteen year­old minors may not be employed: During school hours. (An exception is provided for minors … More
• Q: Are There Occupations That Are Prohibited For Minors?
  A: Federal and state child labor laws generally prohibit minors from working excessive hours, operating unsafe machinery, and working in dangerous occupations. Please … More
• Q: What Are The Eligibility Requirements?
  A: In order to be eligible for unemployment compensation, you must meet the following requirements in each week: You must be totally or partially unemployed. You are … More