FAQ
What is the difference between exempt and non-exempt employees?
Exempt employees are not paid overtime, must make the minimum salary, and pass the duties test.
Non-exempt employees must be paid overtime wages if they work over 40 hours per week (per federal law, some states have different regulations). There are a few exceptions to this rule, such as for agricultural employees.
How often should employees be paid?
All employees must be paid wages due at least monthly. In Oklahoma, hourly (non-exempt) employees must be paid within 11 days of the end of the pay period.
What documents are required for new hires?
Besides having the application/resume, employers must have I-9s and W-4s on all employees.
Can we require potential employees to pass a pre-employment drug screen?
If the position the applicant is applying for is considered “safety sensitive”, the answer is yes. However, if you have doubts about what qualifies as safety sensitive, we recommend that you consult with an employment attorney.
How long do I have to keep employee records?
The EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) requires personnel records to be kept for at least one year after termination. However, there are some forms that have different requirements. Such as: I-9s must be kept at least 3 years after hire date or one year after termination, which ever is longer. W-4s must be kept for at least 4 years.
What's the difference between an independent contractor and an employee?
This is from the DOL.gov website.