What is minimum wage? South Dakota minimum wage is $7.25 per hour.
What is the minimum wage for tipped employees? South Dakota tipped employees are generally covered under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which mandates that tipped employees can be paid a minimum of $2.13 per hour from the employer, as long as this wage combined with tips adds up to at least minimum wage for all hours worked. If it does not, an employer must make up the difference in cash.
When am I eligible to earn overtime? Federal overtime laws apply in South Dakota, which mandate that all non-exempt employees must be paid an overtime premium of 1.5 times their regular pay rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
Am I entitled to a lunch or rest break? The FLSA rules apply for employee meal breaks in South Dakota. While the FLSA does not require an employer to provide a meal period or breaks, certain rules apply if an employer choses to give breaks or meal periods. Breaks less than 20 minutes must be paid, and meal periods lasting longer than 30 minutes or more do not need to be paid, as long as the employee is relieved of all duties during the break.
Disclaimer:The information provided here is for informational purposes only. None of it is intended to give legal advice nor does it establish an client-attorney relationship. The following information may not be updated with changes in the law. You should consult an attorney for information on your specific case.
