A recent report from Emory University in Atlanta notes that the school is preparing to implement the new Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regulations. These amendments increase the salary threshold that must be met before workers can be considered exempt from $23,660 to $47,476. This change will allow significantly more workers to be entitled to overtime pay than previously. According to a human resources representative, the HR department is working hard to identify the exact positions that have previously fallen within the exempt categories, but will no longer meet the criteria due to the FLSA changes.
As with most workplaces across the country, some employees will now receive overtime pay for time put in over 40 hours (at a rate of one and one-half their standard rate of pay), other workers hours will be limited to a set 40 hours, so to eliminate the need to pay overtime compensation.
If you believe that you may be affected by the FLSA amendments or have any wage and hour questions, please contact the experienced Georgia wage and hour lawyers at Buckley Beal, LLP for an immediate consultation