Nevada provides overtime protections for employees through both state and federal regulations. Understanding these laws is crucial for employers and employees to ensure compliance and fair compensation.
Key Provisions of Nevada Overtime Law:
Nevada has a tiered minimum wage system depending on whether the employer offers health benefits. As of July 1, 2023:
Nevada law mandates overtime pay for non-exempt employees who work more than 40 hours in a workweek or more than 8 hours in a workday. This dual threshold provides greater protection compared to the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which only requires overtime for hours exceeding 40 in a workweek. The overtime rate is 1.5 times the employee’s regular rate of pay.
Employees in Nevada have a limited time to file a claim for unpaid overtime. The statute of limitations for such claims is generally two years. However, it can be extended to three years if the violation is deemed willful.
Employees who are successful in an overtime claim can recover unpaid overtime wages, liquidated damages, and attorneys’ fees and costs. These damages are designed to compensate employees for their losses and deter employers from violating overtime laws.
Seeking Legal Assistance
Navigating overtime laws can be complex, and it’s often beneficial to seek legal counsel if you have questions or believe your rights have been violated. Our experienced overtime attorneys can help you understand your rights and options and pursue a claim for unpaid wages.
Our unpaid overtime attorneys based in Dallas, Texas have national unpaid overtime litigation experience in federal courts throughout the United States. Mr. Siegel has personally represented clients in wage and hour suits in at least 20 states, including Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.
