overtime pay
Overtime pay is the additional compensation that employees receive for working more than their standard hours, typically over 40 hours in a week. This pay is usually calculated at a higher rate, often 1.5 times the employee's regular hourly wage, as mandated by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in the United States.
Employers are required to pay overtime to eligible employees, which generally includes those who are non-exempt from the FLSA regulations. Certain categories of workers, such as salaried employees or those in specific professions, may not qualify for overtime pay. Understanding these rules helps ensure fair compensation for extra work.