White Collar Exemption

The White Collar Exemption refers to a legal provision that allows certain employees, typically those in executive, administrative, or professional roles, to be exempt from overtime pay requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act. To qualify, these employees usually need to earn a specific salary threshold and perform job duties that involve decision-making, management, or advanced knowledge. This exemption recognizes that their work often involves responsibilities beyond standard hourly tasks, and it aims to distinguish these roles from manual or hourly labor. However, eligibility depends on meeting specific criteria set by law.