by Justin Clark & Maria Fox
Whether hourly, on salary or receiving tips, make sure you’re making what you’ve legally earned while working in Maine.
What is the minimum wage?
The minimum wage is an hourly rate that employers must pay their non-exempt employees for each hour worked. Non-exempt employees are commonly referred to as “blue collar” workers. Non-exempt employees often perform work that requires physical labor, including, but not limited to, construction, landscaping, security guards, janitors, retail workers, cashiers, office clerks and food service workers, among other positions. Employees are presumed to be non-exempt unless the employer can establish an exemption from the minimum wage and overtime applies…
