Overview :

Staying compliant with federal and state wage and hour laws is not just a best practice—it’s a legal requirement that can make or break your organization. This critical webinar will focus on key wage and hour regulations that directly impact your payroll operations. You’ll gain a deep understanding of rules related to calculating overtime and travel time, minimum wage, posting obligations, meal and rest periods, pay frequencies, methods of payment, and requirements for paying terminated employees.

Wage and hour investigations are on the rise—and the penalties can be severe. In FY2022 alone, agency-initiated investigations uncovered violations that led to over $213 million in fines and penalties. Civil lawsuits further escalate the risk, with some companies facing financial devastation due to non-compliance. Don’t let your organization be the next cautionary tale. Join renowned payroll expert Vicki M. Lambert, CPP, “The Payroll Advisor,” for an intensive session designed to arm payroll and HR professionals with the tools and knowledge they need to protect their organizations.

Areas Covered:-

• Federal and state minimum wage laws, including tip credits and youth training wages
• Board and lodging credits
• Defining the legal workweek and workday
• Travel time pay and what qualifies as hours worked
• Navigating conflicts between FLSA and state laws
• Handling FLSA regulations in union environments
• Determining the regular rate of pay and calculating overtime
• Federal and state posting requirements
• Meal and rest period regulations
• State-specific payday notices and pay frequencies
• Payment methods and rules for paying terminated employees
• Requirements around paying out accrued vacation

Why Should You Attend?

• Gained knowledge of and skills in federal and applicable state wage and hour law as it pertains to payroll preparation
• An understanding of the proper calculation of gross pay and overtime pay
• A sound knowledge of the terminology used by the FLSA, especially regarding calculating overtime and hours worked
• Basic understanding of what is considered hours worked, including travel time and meetings
• Knowledge of when lunch breaks must be given and when employers may legally deduct for meal periods
• Understanding state and federal requirements for pay frequency and allowed payment methods
• Familiarity with essential paystub components and employee communication requirements

Attending this webinar will equip you with critical insights to avoid costly compliance mistakes and give you peace of mind in your payroll processes.

Who will Benefit?

• Payroll Executives, Managers, Administrators, and Practitioners
• Human Resources Executives and Managers
• Accounting Personnel
• Business Owners and Executive Officers
• Operations and Departmental Managers
• Legal Professionals and Lawmakers
• Anyone responsible for wage and hour compliance

Ensure your payroll practices are compliant, accurate, and audit-proof—register today to secure your spot!

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