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 March 26, 2023

# What are my rights as an employee in Georgia regarding paid time off and overtime pay?

![Picture of Chris Battis](https://www.legalfaq.ai/hs-fs/hubfs/battis-mug.jpg?width=50&name=battis-mug.jpg) By  [Chris Battis](https://www.legalfaq.ai/faqs/author/chris-battis)  ·   1 minute read

As an employee in Georgia, you have certain rights regarding paid time off and overtime pay.

Regarding paid time off, Georgia does not have a law requiring employers to provide employees with paid time off. However, employers who do provide paid time off must adhere to the terms of their company policy or employment contract. If an employer has promised to provide paid time off, they must do so or face penalties for a breach of contract.

Regarding overtime pay, Georgia follows the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which requires employers to pay covered employees overtime pay for working more than 40 hours in a workweek. Covered employees under FLSA include those who make under a certain threshold of income or who perform certain job duties. The current federal threshold for covered employees is $35,568 per year. If an employee is covered under FLSA, they must be paid 1 ½ times their regular rate of pay for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

There are some exceptions to the overtime pay requirement, including employees who are classified as exempt under FLSA. These exemptions are typically reserved for highly compensated employees, salaried employees who perform certain executive, administrative, or professional duties, or certain types of outside sales employees.

If you believe that your employer has violated your rights regarding paid time off or overtime pay, you may wish to speak with a licensed attorney who specializes in employment law. They can advise you on the specific details of your case and help you determine whether you have grounds for legal action.

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