Agree Not To Receive Overtime Compensation

Are you an employee who would be entitled to overtime compensation? Generally, you are entitled to overtime unless you are an executive, a professional with an advanced degree, or management. If you do not fall into one of these categories, then you are most likely entitled to time and a half for any hours worked over 40 hours in a week. We have seen employers request that employees agree not to receive overtime pay in return for a salary. The law prohibits both you and the employer from waiving your right to overtime pay. Accordingly, even if you agreed not to receive overtime pay, your employer is still required to pay you for any overtime worked.

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