Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Definition

A federal statute that creates a national minimum wage, guarantees overtime payment in certain jobs, and prohibits most employment of minors. The purpose of the act is to enforce and protect the rights and wages of employees in the United States.

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