·4 min readSalary ThresholdFLSAExempt
FLSA Salary Threshold 2026: It's $684/Week
The $58,656 overtime rule was vacated and never took effect. In May 2026 the DOL restored the 2019 threshold of $684/week ($35,568/year).
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Practical guides on FLSA overtime, minimum wage, payroll compliance, and more — built on official DOL and IRS sources.
·5 min readCaliforniaOvertimeState Law
California Overtime Rules vs. Federal FLSA: What Employers Need to Know
California requires daily overtime after 8 hours, double time after 12, and seventh-day premiums. How CA rules differ from the federal FLSA.
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8 Common FLSA Violations — and How to Avoid Them
The eight FLSA violations DOL audits find most often — misclassification, off-the-clock work, improper deductions — and how to prevent each.
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Minimum Wage by State 2026: Complete Table for US Employers
Current minimum wage rates for all 50 states and DC as of 2026. Includes scheduled increases, tipped employee rates, and key compliance notes for employers.
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How Non-Discretionary Bonuses Affect Overtime Pay
When a bonus must be included in the regular rate, and how to calculate the extra overtime premium owed. Covers 29 CFR §778.208–§778.210.
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Exempt vs. Non-Exempt: The Complete FLSA Classification Guide (2026)
The five FLSA white-collar exemptions explained: executive, administrative, professional, computer, and outside sales — salary and duties tests.
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Fluctuating Workweek Method Explained: When and How to Use the 0.5x Rule
A guide to the FLSA fluctuating workweek method (29 CFR §778.114): when it applies, how the 0.5× premium works, and which states restrict it.
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How to Calculate Overtime Pay: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
How to calculate FLSA overtime pay step by step: regular rate, the 1.5× premium, and bonus inclusion, with worked examples from DOL Fact Sheet #23.
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