Straight answer · Hourly workers
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, most hourly workers must be paid at least 1.5 times their regular rate for every hour over 40 in a workweek. Some states add daily overtime on top.Verified
| Federal overtime (FLSA) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Overtime starts after | 40 hours in a workweek |
| Overtime rate | 1.5 × regular rate |
| $20 an hour, overtime rate | $30.00 |
| $20 an hour, 50-hour week | $1,100.00 |
| Same week if overtime were missed | $1,000.00 |
The rule is the federal Fair Labor Standards Act, enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor. Some jobs are exempt, and state law can be stricter. The $20 examples are calculated: 40 × $20 + 10 × $30.
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