What Is The Law Regarding Overtime?

Other North Dakota Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: What is the minimum wage in North Dakota?
  A: The minimum wage in North Dakota is $6.55 per hour. An employee who customarily and regularly receives more than $30 per month in tips can be paid a minimum cash wage … More
• Q: Am I Entitled To Breaks?
  A: Any employee who works a shift exceeding five hours is entitled to an unpaid 30 minute uninterrupted meal break when there are two or more employees on duty. Other … More
• Q: What Can Be Deducted From My Wages?
  A: Legal deductions include required state and federal withholdings, any items ordered by a court, and documented payroll advances. Nothing else may be deducted without … More
• Q: When Does My Employer Have To Pay Me After I've Quit Or Been Fired?
  A: A separated employee's wages become due and payable at the regular payday established in advance by the employer. More
• Q: Am I Entitled To My Unused Vacation When I Quit Or Am Fired?
  A: Yes. Once paid time off is made available for an employee's use, any unused balance must be paid to the employee upon separation from employment. Unused sick leave … More
• Q: Can My Employer Fire Me Without A Reason?
  A: Generally, yes. In North Dakota, any employment relationship without a specified term exists at the will of both parties (employer and employee) and can be terminated … More
• Q: What Is The Minimum Age For Employment?
  A: The minimum age for employment in North Dakota is 14. The law requires 14 and 15 year­old workers to file an Employment and Age Certificate with the Department of … More
• Q: Are There Restrictions On The Hours A Minor May Work?
  A: Minors ages 14 and 15 may only work between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM from Labor Day through May 31 and between the hours of 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM from June 1 … More
• Q: What Occupations Are Prohibited For Minors?
  A: Minors ages 14 and 15 are prohibited from performing certain types of work. Some examples of prohibited employment are employment involving the use of power driven … More
• Q: How Do I File My Unemployment Insurance Claim?
  A: To file a claim, call 1­888­263­3453. You will need the following information: Your Social Security Number Name, address and telephone number of all … More