Wages and Hours FAQs

• Q: What Does The Fair Labor Standards Act Govern?
  A: The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets minimum wage, overtime pay, equal pay, record keeping requirements and child labor standards.
• Q: What Is The Minimum Wage?
  A: In May 2007, Federal minimum wage was increased to $7.25 per hour, but will be implemented in three stages ($5.85 by July 24, 2007, $6.55 by July 24, 2008 and $7.25 by … More
• Q: How Many Hours Is Full-Time Employment? How Many Hours Is Part-Time Employment?
  A: This is a matter generally determined by an employer. Many people mistakenly believe that full-time employment consists of 40 hours per week.  However, the … More
• Q: When Is Overtime Pay Due?
  A: For covered, nonexempt employees, the FLSA requires overtime pay at a rate of not less than one and one-half times an employee's regular rate of pay after 40 hours of … More
• Q: When Must Break And Meal Periods Be Given?
  A: The FLSA does not require breaks or meal periods be given to workers. Some states may have requirements for breaks or meal periods. If you work in a state which does … More
• Q: Is The Employer Required To Keep A Copy Of My Pay Stubs?
  A: The FLSA does require that employers keep accurate records of hours worked and wages paid to employees. However, the FLSA does not require an employer to provide … More
• Q: What Notices Must Be Given Before An Employee Is Terminated Or Laid Off?
  A: The FLSA has no requirement for notice to an employee prior to termination or lay-off. In some situations, the WARN Act provides for notice to workers prior to … More
• Q: What Administrative Body May Impose Remedies For A Violation Of The Fair Labor Standards Act?
  A: With the exception of certain federal employees, the administration and enforcement of the FLSA is the responsibility of the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour … More