Wages and Benefits

Wages and benefits are one of the primary interests an employee may have, and unfortunately, disputes over the payment of wages and provision of benefits are not uncommon. There is a wide range of laws concerning wages and benefits, and this section provides information on employees' legal rights on those issues -- including tips on overtime pay, employee health insurance, and retirement plans. To begin, select an item from the list below.

	Wage and Hour Laws Minimum Wage and Overtime Basics, State Pay Day Rules, State Minimum Wage Laws, More...		Fair Labor Standards Act Fair Wages FAQ, QandA: FLSA, Exempt vs. Nonexempt Employees, More...
	Health Insurance Benefits Health Benefits: Your Rights, ERISA and Plan Enforcement, Benefits: Questions to Ask, More...		Retirement Benefits Retirement: Things to Know, 401K Plans, Types of Retirement Plans, More...
	Employment and Taxes Payroll Taxes, Wage Garnishment, Self-Employment Taxes QandA, More...		Time Off from Work Maternity Leave, Jury Duty, Military Service, More...
	Unions Union Member Rights, Union FAQs, More...