U.S. Department of Labor
Fair Labor Standards Act Advisor
You are probably covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in all workweeks since you are engaged on a regular or recurring basis in the production of goods for interstate commerce or in a closely related and directly essential job.
If your involvement in the production of goods for interstate commerce is limited, we suggest that you also explore more examples of individual coverage which may apply to you.
Remember that some employees are exempt from the law's overtime pay provisions, both the minimum wage and overtime pay provisions, and/or child labor rules. You may wish to explore the broad categories of these exemptions or to obtain other information about the FLSA.
Also remember that the FLSA applies only to employees. If income taxes are deducted from your pay and you receive a W-2 tax statement from your employer at the end of the year, you are probably considered an employee. To learn more about employees under the FLSA, click on the underlined text.
For more information, please contact your local Wage and Hour District Office.
