PayEmployment Law

Wages• What is Federal minimum wage?– $7.25

• What is Michigan’s minimum wage?– $8.15

• What is the minimum wage for minors?– 85% or $6.93

– What is server’s minimum wage?– $3.10• Other states

MI New Minimum Wage• $9.25 per hour by 2018 and tie to increase in

inflation– 8.15 September 1, 2014– 8.50 January 1, 2016– 8.90 January 1, 2017– 9.25 January 1, 2018

Hours of Work• Full time is how many hours?– 40

• What happens if you work more, or holidays?– Paid 1 ½ time or get 1 ½ off next week– What would you get for overtime hour?• $11.10

• How many hours can a minor work?– 48 hours with work and school– About 14 hours a week of work

Breaks • What breaks are required by law for adults?– None

• What breaks are required by law for minors?– Every 5 hours, get 30 minute break

• If they give a break, any rules?– Must be free of all work duties

Taxes• What is taken out of your check?– Federal Income Tax– State Income Tax (4.35%)– Social Security (6.2% or 4.2 for 2011)– Medicare (1.45%)– Insurance– Union Dues– Others

Benefits• Extra money or advantages from employer• Can increase ‘pay’ by 40%• What benefits can you get?– Health Insurance– Life Insurance– Retirement (401K Match / Pension)– Free / reduced education– Car– Clothing budget– Food– Many more!