Wage Law
/ˈweɪdʒ lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of statutes, regulations, and case law governing the payment of wages to employees.
The company was fined for violating the state's wage law by failing to pay overtime.
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- wage law
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Commentary
Wage law primarily addresses employers' obligations to pay wages fairly; drafters should distinguish it from broader labor laws that regulate working conditions.
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