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Comp time vs. overtime – What you need to know

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When employees work more than 40 hours in a week, can they be paid with compensatory time (comp time) vs. overtime? In many cases, overtime pay is the only option. Compensatory time: Commonly referred to as comp time, this is paid time off given to an employee in lieu of overtime pay.

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Proposed 2015 DOL Overtime Rule Changes: Primary Duty Test

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Department of Labor (DOL) published its proposed changes to the overtime regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Under the Act, to be exempt (from overtime), an employee must meet 3 requirements: The employee must be paid a minimum weekly salary; The employee must be paid on a salary rather than on an hourly basis.

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How to Prepare for the New White Collar Overtime Requirements

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Department of Labor (DOL) seeks greater protection for certain lower-paid executive, administrative and professional (“white collar”) employees who are currently exempt from overtime, though likely work more than eight hours a day (in select states) or forty (40) hours each week. Meet the minimum salary level (“salary level test”).

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A Guide to Calculating Pensionable Earnings for Employers

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It is the portion of the employee’s salary that is used to determine the pension contribution. Basic pay method This method involves using the employee’s base salary or wages, inclusive of holiday pay, but excluding additional earnings like overtime or bonuses. Book a demo of Penfold today.

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3 Types of Compensation Packages To Consider and Why

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Some folks are hourly, some are salaried, and depending on what role they play, others receive bonuses or commissions based on their performance. Straight salary compensation. Salaried employees are paid a set annual amount, and provided that amount is more than $23,660 per year, they do not receive overtime pay.

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HarperCollins agrees to pay increase and bonus for US staff

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Book publishing business HarperCollins has reached an agreement with its US union, that includes a pay increase and bonus for employees. We will continue to use this space to educate the public on why unions are needed in book publishing and to advocate for our members’ needs.

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How to set up a payroll process: 10 steps

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Understanding the difference means knowing how to report income, withhold and pay taxes, and handle overtime for each group. These are salaried employees who are not eligible for overtime compensation. This includes hourly employees who qualify for overtime compensation. Non-exempt.

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