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US Department of Labor issues 4 opinion letters addressing overtime exemptions, bonuses, compensable time Wage and Hour DivisionFair Labor Standards Act

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The US Department of Labor issued four opinion letters clarifying overtime exemptions, bonus eligibility, and compensable time rules under the Fair Labor Standards Act. These administrative guidance letters interpret wage and hour requirements for employers. The guidance affects how immigration-related employment and labor compliance are managed.
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