FLSA 2025: Updates to the Wage & Hour Law, OT Thresholds, Exemptions, etc.

Learn how to properly classify employees as Exempt or Non-exempt & ensure compliance with updated wage and hour laws.

COURSE OVERVIEW:

The major provisions of the FLSA are concerned with minimum wage rates, overtime payments, child labor, and equal rights.

We’ll discuss notable developments in 2024/25 that include the DOL’s final rule on independent contractor classification, current thresholds for overtime eligibility, etc.

To determine FLSA exemptions, employers must evaluate the primary duties of a job and apply specific tests, including the Salary Level and Salary Basis tests. Proper classification as exempt or non-exempt is essential to ensure compliance, as it determines overtime eligibility.

Employers must also understand how to calculate overtime pay, adhere to minimum wage and equal pay provisions, and comply with recordkeeping regulations. Failure to comply with Wage and Hour laws may result in the employer paying the employee back wages, damages, penalties, attorney fees, and court costs, plus the prospect of civil and criminal penalties from federal and/or state governments. Therefore, Wage and Hour compliance is of the utmost importance.

AREAS COVERED:

• What is the Fair Labor Standards Act?
• Changes to salary levels in 2024 (Overtime thresholds). (Original changes to the overtime thresholds that went into effect on July 1, 2024, have now been blocked and will not move forward on January 1, 2025)
• DOL’s final ruling on independent contractor classification effective 3/11/2024
• Federal and State minimum wage proposals
• Tests used to determine if an employee is exempt from FLSA
• Importance of determining the primary duty of a job
• The six FLSA exemptions
• Exempt vs. Non-Exempt status
• Salary Level and Salary Basis tests
• Determining when to pay overtime
• Calculating overtime pay
• Minimum wage provisions under FLSA
• Equal pay provisions under FLSA
• Child labor regulations
• Recordkeeping requirements
• Repercussions of FLSA non-compliance

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND:

This webinar will lay the groundwork for determining whether your employees are properly classified as Exempt or Non-exempt and ensuring that wage and hour laws are being followed properly.

Additionally, recent changes to the overtime thresholds that took effect on July 1, 2024 have been rescinded. We’ll discuss what you need to know and do in light of these developments.

WHO WILL BENEFIT:

• Human Resources Professionals
• Compensation Professionals
• Compliance professionals
• Managers
• Supervisors
• Employees
• Attorneys

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:

Diane L. Dee, President and Founder of Advantage HR Consulting, LLC is a senior Human Resources professional with over 25 years of experience in the HR arena. Diane’s background includes experience in HR consulting and training & administration in corporate, government, consulting, and pro bono environments.

Diane founded Advantage HR Consulting in early 2016. Under Diane’s leadership, Advantage HR Consulting provides comprehensive, cost-effective Human Resources solutions for small to mid-sized public and private firms in the greater Chicagoland area. Diane also develops and conducts webinars on a wide variety of HR compliance and administrative topics for various training firms across the country. Additionally, Diane is the author of multiple white papers and e-books addressing various HR compliance topics.

Diane holds a Master’s Certificate in Human Resources from Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations and has attained SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications. Diane is a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners and the Society for Human Resource Management. Additionally, Diane performs pro bono work through the Taproot Foundation assisting non-profit clients by integrating their Human Resources goals with their corporate strategies.

Refund policy:

Attendees may cancel up to two working days before the course start date and the refund will be processed within two working days.

We will process/provide a refund if the webinar is canceled. Refunds will not be given to participants who do not attend the webinar. On-demand recordings can be requested in exchange. Webinar may be canceled due to lack of enrollment or unavoidable factors. Attendees will be notified 24 hours in advance if a cancellation occurs. Substitutions can happen anytime.

If you have any concerns about the content of the webinar and are not satisfied, please contact us at care@thecomplyguide.com