Wage Order
/ˈweɪdʒ ˈɔrdər/
Definitions
- (n.) A legally enforceable administrative regulation issued by a labor authority setting minimum wage rates, working conditions, and other employment terms for specific industries or occupations.
The state issued a new wage order increasing minimum pay for agricultural workers.
Forms
- wage order
- wage orders
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Commentary
Wage orders are typically industry-specific and serve to supplement or clarify statutory labor standards, often providing greater detail than general minimum wage laws.
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