Effective July 1, 2024, the salary threshold will increase to the equivalent of an annual salary of $43,888 and increase to $58,656 on Jan. 1, 2025. The July 1 increase updates the present annual salary threshold of $35,568 based on the methodology used by the prior administration in the 2019 overtime rule update.
California Laws California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) protects applicants and workers from age discrimination in the hiring process. Under FEHA, it is illegal for an employer with five or more employees to treat an applicant or employee adversely because of their age.
If You're Turned Down for a Job or Promotion There are times it's legal for an employer to deny you a job or a promotion based on information in your background report. Other times, the employer's decision to deny you a job or a promotion might be based on discrimination.
Section 11(a) of the FLSA authorizes representatives of the Department of Labor to investigate and gather data concerning wages, hours, and other employment practices; enter and inspect an employer's premises and records; and question employees to determine whether any person has violated any provision of the FLSA.
Labor law compliance refers to the process of adhering to the legal requirements and regulations related to employment and labor practices. These laws are designed to protect the rights and interests of employees and ensure fair and safe working conditions.
An employer is not required to hire someone regardless of whether they meet the requirements or not. For the most part, you cannot sue someone because they don't hire you. There are a few exceptions, for instance if you can prove discrimination in their hiring practices.