Work Labor Law For Holiday Pay In Georgia - USLF Multistate Employment Law Handbook - Guide
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Effective, July 1, 2024, the salary threshold for exempt workers increased from the previous rate of $684 per week (i.e., $35,568 annually) to $844 per week (i.e., $43,888 annually). The changes don't end there.
While many events are celebrated in Georgia, 16 holidays are officially established by the Labour Code of Georgia.
(2) "Full-time" means an employee who regularly works 30 hours or more each week.
For many employees in Georgia, the best options to recover unpaid wages involve filing a lawsuit or filing a complaint with the U.S. Department of Labor.
Penalty for Violation If the employer violates the FLSA by not paying the correct wages, the employee can recover the unpaid wages and receive liquidated damages as a penalty against the employer. Employers can also be subject to a civil penalty of up to $1,000 for each violation.
Georgia Department of Labor You can reach the Georgia DOL at 404-656-3045 in Metro Atlanta or 877-709-8185 from elsewhere in the state.