Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) — Payroll Definition
The federal law that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.
The federal law that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.
The FLSA is the primary federal law governing wages and hours in the US. Key provisions: (1) Federal minimum wage ($7.25/hr, though most states are higher), (2) Overtime at 1.5x for hours beyond 40/week for non-exempt employees, (3) Equal pay for equal work, (4) Child labor restrictions, and (5) Record-keeping requirements. The FLSA covers most private-sector employees. Common FLSA violations include misclassifying employees as exempt, not paying overtime, and requiring off-the-clock work.