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FLSA Exemption Reference Guide: "White-Collar" Exemptions

The difference between exempt and nonexempt employees is perhaps one of the most complex and confusing aspects of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the responsibility to maintain FLSA compliance is placed squarely on the shoulders of employers.

The most commonly used exemptions under the FLSA are five “white-collar” exemptions. This reference guide covers the tests that must be met for an employee to qualify for these specific exemptions under the FLSA, which include:

  • Executive
  • Administrative
  • Professional
  • Computer
  • Outside sales

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