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25 November 2023 - Overtime pay standards controlled by the United States Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) are expected to be amended for federal employees. The FLSA assures minimum wage and overtime requirements, with five CFR 551 defining rules. As per the rules, overtime compensation is supposed to be 1.5 times the hourly base pay for persons at lower level of employment (GS-10, step 1). Higher-level employees, on the other hand, are guaranteed at least their hourly rate for overtime. For more information about labor standards in the United States, click here.

 

Overtime Pay

Have you ever wondered why colleagues with identical work hours receive different paychecks? Don't pass up on possible revenue! Investigate the most recent overtime pay situation under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Discover the specifics that affect your earnings. Find out more about work and overtime pay.

Gig work in the USA

According to a survey by Mastercard, 44% of the total value of the global gig economy was generated by the US economy. Around 22% of all gig employees in the United States are located in Florida, which has the highest concentration of gig employees. 24% of gig workers do not have insurance, according to the Stride Health Survey. In the absence of formal channels, gig employees often utilize social media platforms, events, and other digital platforms to advocate for their rights and raise awareness of their concerns and make sure that the public is aware of and responsive to their concerns. There are, however, an increasing number of interest groups that have formed to advocate for these workers. Learn more about the USA's gig economy on Gigpedia.

Pay and leave

Did you know working in California, you can take up to four months job protected time off due to medical conditions related to pregnancy? As long as you work for an employer with five or more employees. This leave can be taken in small increments (hours, days, weeks, months). During this leave you are entitled to your health benefits.  You have to give notice to your employer when you want to take leave. If the leave is foreseeable a 30 days’ notice, if not, as soon as possible. An employer may require medical certification. Click here to get more information on paid off days.

Coronavirus crisis: What are your rights regarding sick leave, health and safety, and social security?

The Coronavirus crisis poses challenges for both employers and employees. Check carefully what your rights are, so that you can fall back on them if necessary.

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