Oklahoma Sample Letter for Denial of Overtime

• Category: Letters - Nonlegal - Employers
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-0554LR
• Format: Word; Rich Text

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Sample Letter for Denial of Overtime Dear [Employee's Name], We regret to inform you that your request for overtime compensation has been denied. After careful review and consideration of the circumstances of your request, we have determined that granting overtime is not feasible at this time. Oklahoma's laws regarding overtime pay, as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLEA), provide guidelines for employers and employees. Under the FLEA, non-exempt employees are entitled to receive overtime pay at a rate of one and a half times their regular hourly pay for any hours worked beyond 40 hours in a workweek. However, there are specific instances where the denial of overtime may be warranted. One instance is if the requested overtime would cause an excessive financial burden on the company. Another situation could be if the workload does not necessitate additional hours beyond the regular working schedule. As an employee, it is important to understand that overtime may not always be guaranteed and is subject to the discretion of the employer, considering the factors mentioned above. Please be advised that while we are denying your request for overtime at this time, we value your contributions to the company and recognize your dedication. We will make every effort to distribute workload efficiently and explore alternative solutions to minimize the need for excessive overtime in the future. In the event that you believe this denial is unjustified or that you meet certain criteria which entitle you to overtime pay, we encourage you to contact the Human Resources department to further discuss the matter. They will provide you with the necessary information regarding any procedures or avenues for recourse available under Oklahoma state laws or company policies. We appreciate your understanding in this matter, and thank you for your continued commitment to the success of our organization. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Company Name]

Dear [Employee's Name], We regret to inform you that your request for overtime compensation has been denied. After careful review and consideration of the circumstances of your request, we have determined that granting overtime is not feasible at this time. Oklahoma's laws regarding overtime pay, as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLEA), provide guidelines for employers and employees. Under the FLEA, non-exempt employees are entitled to receive overtime pay at a rate of one and a half times their regular hourly pay for any hours worked beyond 40 hours in a workweek. However, there are specific instances where the denial of overtime may be warranted. One instance is if the requested overtime would cause an excessive financial burden on the company. Another situation could be if the workload does not necessitate additional hours beyond the regular working schedule. As an employee, it is important to understand that overtime may not always be guaranteed and is subject to the discretion of the employer, considering the factors mentioned above. Please be advised that while we are denying your request for overtime at this time, we value your contributions to the company and recognize your dedication. We will make every effort to distribute workload efficiently and explore alternative solutions to minimize the need for excessive overtime in the future. In the event that you believe this denial is unjustified or that you meet certain criteria which entitle you to overtime pay, we encourage you to contact the Human Resources department to further discuss the matter. They will provide you with the necessary information regarding any procedures or avenues for recourse available under Oklahoma state laws or company policies. We appreciate your understanding in this matter, and thank you for your continued commitment to the success of our organization. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Company Name]