How is overtime pay calculated?

Under US federal law (FLSA), overtime is paid at 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a single workweek.

Who qualifies for overtime pay?

Most hourly employees qualify. Exempt employees earning above $35,568/year may not qualify based on job duties and salary level.

Time and a half means you earn 1.5 times your regular rate. So if you earn $20/hour, time and a half equals $30/hour.

The FLSA uses a 7-day workweek standard, but some states like California require daily overtime for hours exceeding 8 in a day.

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