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FLSA Overtime Security Advisor

Glossary

Some of the terms and phrases used in this Advisor have particular meanings that are specific to the Regulations, Part 541. These terms are defined here to help you better understand how the regulations apply to specific employment situations. As you run this Advisor you will have the opportunity to return to the glossary to review the definitions when the terms are used.

Exempt
Under the Regulations, Part 541, an exempt employee is one who is not entitled to the minimum wage or overtime pay protections of the FLSA.

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