What is the minimum wage?

In North Carolina, the minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. This rate applies to all employers who are covered by the federal minimum wage laws. State and local governments may have their own minimum wage laws, but they must provide at least $7.25 per hour. Employers are required to pay an overtime rate of one and one-half times the regular rate of pay for any hours worked over forty in a workweek. This means that if the regular rate of pay is $7.25, then the overtime rate must be at least $10.88 ($7.25 x 1.5). The minimum wage applies to all employees, including part-time and temporary employees, unless the employer is exempt from the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Some employers who are subject to the FLSA may pay a reduced minimum wage to those employees who receive tips. Employers must also comply with the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act, which provides additional protections to employees, such as requirements for meal and rest breaks. Employers who violate the laws may be subject to civil and criminal penalties. Employees who believe they have been underpaid can file a complaint with the North Carolina Department of Labor or contact a lawyer to determine if they can enforce their legal rights.

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