When it comes to overtime, employees typically hold one of two employment statuses. When employees are exempt, they are considered to earn a salary and are exempt from receiving overtime for extra work. 

Employees who are exempt typically include executives and other employees who do administrative work. On the other hand, employees are considered to be nonexempt if they are paid by the hour. As required by federal law, these employees receive overtime in most cases for working more than 40 hours per week. 

If you or anyone you know has questions about overtime pay, contact the Houston overtime lawyers of the Ross Law Group at 800-634-8042.