Nonexempt Employee
/ˌnɑnɪɡˈzɛmpt ˌɛmˈplɔɪi/
Definitions
- (n.) An employee classified under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) who is entitled to minimum wage and overtime pay protections.
The nonexempt employee received overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a week.
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- nonexempt employee
- nonexempt employees
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Commentary
Classification as nonexempt determines eligibility for overtime pay; accuracy in classification is critical to compliance with labor laws.
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