Wages and hours are consistently two of the most important, yet confusing, responsibilities that you face as a businessperson. A slew of statutes and regulations-federal and state-impose complex and strict requirements concerning a vast array of pay-related practices.

This Manual was written to help you comply with that maze of interrelated federal and state requirements. Written in plain English, it provides clear and comprehensive information about minimum wage, overtime pay, wage payment, garnishment, and a host of associated issues.

You will find this an ideal companion to HR Comply's renowned state-federal electronic library and Federal/State Employment Manuals.

Topics include:

• Minimum Wage
  
• Overtime Compensation
  
• Employment of Minors
  
• Tips
  
• Room & Board
  
• Computing Hours Worked
  
• Travel Time
  
• Training
  
• Exemptions
  
• Equal Pay Laws
  
• Form of Payment
  
• Frequency of Payment
  
• Direct Deposit
  
• Wage Deductions
  
• Garnishment
  
• Support Payments
  
• Recordkeeping Requirements