Ohio Overtime & Paycheck Calculator
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Ohio Labor Code & FLSA Authority
Statutory Citation: Ohio Const. Art. II § 34a
Ohio minimum wage ($10.45/hr) applies to businesses grossing over $385,000 annually. Federal $7.25 rate applies to smaller businesses. 40h weekly overtime rules apply.
Employee Statutory Rights (OH)
- ✓ Minimum wage of $10.45/hr for employees at businesses grossing >$385k/yr.
- ✓ Overtime pay at 1.5x regular rate for hours worked over 40 per workweek.
- ✓ Tipped employee direct cash rate of at least $5.23/hr.
Employer Mandatory Obligations (OH)
- § Verify annual gross revenue threshold for applicable state vs federal wage rate.
- § Maintain payroll records for at least 3 years under Ohio Revised Code.
- § Make up any tip credit shortfall below $10.45/hr.
Common Ohio Payroll Compliance Traps & Audit Penalties
Applying federal $7.25 rate to employees of businesses exceeding gross revenue threshold.
Failing to calculate overtime on total compensation including shift differentials.
Unlawful payroll deductions reducing net pay below legal minimum.
Did Your Employer Violate Ohio Labor Law?
30-Second Diagnostic • Sourced from Ohio Const. Art. II § 34a
Based on Ohio labor code standards (Ohio Const. Art. II § 34a), your responses indicate potential statutory wage violations.
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Employer Statutory Violation & Penalty Risk Audit
Department of Labor & State Compliance Fine Exposure in Ohio
Under FLSA § 216(b), mandatory double back pay is assessed for unpaid overtime.
1 hour regular rate premium pay per workday missed under state law.
Waiting time statutory penalties for delayed final paycheck settlement.
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FLSA & OH Overtime Exemption Checklist
Determine if an employee is legally exempt from overtime under state and federal law
Earns at least $844/week ($43,888/yr federal minimum) or state higher threshold (e.g. CA $66,560/yr).
Primary duty involves managing business operations, directing 2+ staff, or exercising independent judgment.
Receives a predetermined, non-deductible salary regardless of quality or quantity of weekly work.
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