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Minimum Wage? Minimum wage in Florida is $6.79 last time i checked. If u have a job that includes tips, you dont have to be paid minimum wage. My question is if i work and my hourly wage and tips add up to less then minimum wage per hour, are they required to pay me more money so my hourly wage and tips is equal to minimum wage?

minimum wage? I have to do a presentation tommorow on the department of labor and how the government should give us more money. I chose to havemy main topic on minimum wage and how we need more money so it can go higher. Does anyone have any ideas to support why minimum wage raise is a good idea I appreciate your responses

Minimum wage? Being the minimum wage is scheduled to increase. How does that apply to individuals already established with a company for over a year? Do they get an increase in pay or is it simply for newcomers?

MINIMUM WAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!? whats the least amout of minimum wage and how old do you have to be to earn it. isnt it like 14 or 15?

If the State minimum wage is higher than the Fed minimum wage, do both posters have to be up at work ? If the State minimum wage is higher than the Federal minimum wage, do both State and Federal minimum wage workplace posters have to be displayed ? We have the State poster and the IWC poster up but not the federal one. Thanks !

How does minimum wage vary by race and gender? How does minimum wage vary by race and gender? If you can provide some statistics or a chart that would be great! Basically I am doing a paper for my sociology class and I am writing a paper on minimum wage. I am looking for statistics on minimum wage by race and gender. And just some information on how minimum wage affects people by race and gender.

What is the minimum wage for pizza delivery drivers in Massachusetts? I was wondering what the minimum wage for pizza delivery drivers who receive tips is. I know in Connecticut, tipped employees do not follow the normal minimum wage, but that excludes delivery drivers, I was wondering if it is the same for Massachusetts. Thanks!

What is the minimum wage for a 22 year old apprentice? Can anyone tell me what is the minimum wage for a 22 year old apprentice? I have heard that being an apprentice means the national minimum wage does not have to be adhered to, is this right?

How comes conservatives say if minimum wage is increased jobs will be lost? In Australia our minimum at the current exchange rate is around double the US minimum wage yet our unemployment is about half. And we dont even allow the hospitality industry to pay below minimum wage and make its slaves live off tips. Doesnt this show what an absolute lie this statement from conservatives is?

Real minimum wage This is a problem dealing with minimum wage, I was unable to find any equations in my book c? This is a problem dealing with minimum wage, I was unable to find any equations in my book could someone help? For a problem we are only given nominal minimum wage and the price level. Calculate real minimum wage if the nominal minimum wage is 7.5 dollars and price level is 2?

What are my rights about not making minimum wage? I am an employee at a popular specialty clothing store in Illinois. When the minimum wage went up to $8.00 on July 1st, 2009, my wages were never increased to meet this minimum. It has been brought to all of my supervisors attention and still months later I have not received my increase in wages or compensation for the wages i missed out on. What rights do I have concerning this and who can I talk to?

What is minimum wage now and do all companies have to comply with the increase? I work at BurgerKing and get paid 6.50 and hour. With the new minimum wage law, can i expect my hourly pay rate to go up?

How much is the Federal minimum wage for tippid employees in California? I just got a job at applebees. What is the minimum wage in California, if you make tips? ** I know regular minimum wage is $ 8.00. But does that apply to me if I make tips as well?

What does the minimum wage increase mean for work studies? As a work-study in college, I received the federal minimum wage ($5.15/hour). I saw that the minimum wage increase was passed by Congress; if it goes all the way through, I want to know if I (and my fellow work studies) will receive a raise per hour. My pay does come from a grant, but I could work less and draw the same amount of money if my wage per hour was increased.

Why is the minimum wage different for younger and older workers? In Michigan, the minimum wage for those under the age of 18 is $6.08, and the minimum wage for those over 18 is $7.15. What I am wondering is, why? Why must there be such a difference between wages? Especially in cases where someone under 18 and someone over 18 are doing the same amount of work. Isn't that age discrimination, paying someone less because of their age? I see no reason why this law is in place. I understand labor laws such as maximum working hours. But when the amount of work is the same, shouldn't the pay the same?

What is the minimum wage of a live-in caregiver in Canada? I'm wondering what the minimum wage is for people on the Live-in Caregiver Program in Canada. Is it the same as the regular minimum wage? And what is the average wage for live-in caregivers?

What companies initial pay is minimum wage? When you start out at _____________________ company, you start at minimum wage. What company could fit in that blank? In other words, what company do you start working at getting paid minimum wage?

What is the minimum wage for servers/waiters in Washington State? Primarily the Olympia, Lacey area. I know the minimum wage is $8.07, but I've heard that some states pay tipped employees less, assuming that their tips will make up the difference.

How does a minimum wage worker with little work experience rent an apartment? I would like to quit college in order to live an independent life as a minimum wage worker. But! I don't know if the landlord would let me rent apartment when they see that I don't have much of an experience. For example, if they see that I have worked at a part time job for a few months, would they be willing to rent an apartment?

What is the minimum wage for someone who is working in fast food restaurant in Singapore? What is the minimum or usual daily or weekly or monthly wage for foreigner (Malaysian or Filipino) who is working in a fast food restaurant or in an office as office staff? What are the high-paying jobs in Singapore? Thanks in advance for your informative answers. guys please indicate if it's US dollar or Singapore dollar. Thank you.

what was the minimum wage for children during the american industrial revolution? i need to know what the minimum wage in american for children working in factory's minimum wage was!!!!!!! please help.....i need this by tonight!

How much does minimum wage cost an employer? I know that federal minimum wage is $7.40 an hour. What I would like to know is, once you factor in the cost of social security and additional things an employer must pay, what does it really cost an employer per hour? I am especially concerned with only part time workers, who don't need medical or unemployment coverage

How much is taken out of minimum wage? I got a job and I make minimum wage. If minimum wage is $7.25 an hour and I am single and under 18, how much will I really be making after taxes are taken out? Like five or six dollars an hour maybe? I work 7 hours a day and work 5 days a week so that's 30 hours a week.

What is the minimum wage per hour for the work done by international students in New Zealand? i hope to go to new zealand and i am not sure what is the minimum hourly wage for international students? please help me.

How much is minimum wage for a waitress in Melbourne Australia? I am currently a student and work full-time as a waitress in Ohio, USA. I'm considering moving to Australia either in or right outside of Melbourne. I am looking into what their minimum wage is and their cost of living. Does anyone have any tips or helpful information?

How is it like living in Australia on minimum wage? I am a 7th grader doing a project on minimum wage. What is the federal minimum wage in Australia? Is the minimum wage different depending on where you live? How much of the annual income goes to taxes? Can a family of four live decently on one person's worth of minimum wage?

What do you think of raising minimum wage in our countries slow immigration to USA? Do you think that if in our countries, we do a survey as to how much it costs to have the basic necesities such as food, clothes, rent, healthcare and education. Then restructure the minimum wage to somewhat meet those minimum standards, would that cause people to lose the incentive to migrate to USA? I was thinking about that for us in Mexico or other latin american countries. Seems that in countries where the minimum wage is very low where people can't afford the basic necesities, they migrate to other countries where the wages are higher.

How much is California minimum wage after taxes? I need to know how much California's minimum wage is after taxes. I know how much it is before taxes. I could easily Google that. But I just wanted to know how much money you get hourly and such after all of those tax deductions. I've never had a job. I'm 18. Dependent. Going to college. So basically if I were to were, let's say, 30 hours over 2 weeks, what would my paycheck say? Thanks. <3 edit: were to have* my bad.

Is raising the minimum wage just a method to get more tax revenue on the higher wages? By raising minimum wage, the government does nothing, companies scramble to meet the new requirement and government gets more tax revenue because of the increase in wages. Is Congresses reason for raising the minimum wage purely greed driven or are they really doing it because they believe it will better the lives of their constituents.

Do pizza drivers make minimum wage or just work for tips? do pizza drivers make minimum wage...not including their tips? or are they like waiters and waittresses where they make less then minimum wage and their banking on their tips?

How does the minimum wage increase work? So the minimum wage has increased in California to $7.50 and I was wondering whether or not people would go up if they were already winning that prior to the wage increase. Would they go up the difference that they had when it was 6.75? So the $.75 would be added on to their wage. So they would be getting $8.25?. Basically, if they weren't winning minimum wage before the increase, if the increase passes what they were winning or meets that, would they increase too? Thank you.

How will raising the minimum wage increase/decrease growth in economy? I know some stuff like if you raise the minimum wage employees might get laid off because the company can't afford to pay the extra dollar. What other benefits or disadvantages does minimum wage bring up?

Would minimum wage workers be able to afford more and have better purchasing power if it was raised? if they raise the minimum wage more, would the people earning minimum wage have more money to spend and have better purchasing power? Why or why not? How come it never got raised and the prices still went up? If the minimum wage stays the same forever, prices will still go up. So why not give them a head start?

What are the alternatives to minimum wage work and military? It's very hard to get by making minimum wage and the military won't take me because I have asthma.

Does my work have to pay minimum wage? The current minimum wage in Virginia is $5.15, and it will be going up to $5.85 next month (my work starts at $5.50 now). I work at a golf course and there are about 17 bagroom employees. About 13 of us get tips, so we really make a lot more than minimum wage. But, about 4 people are on the driving range, so they do not make tips. Therefore, if they continue to make $5.50, they will be below minimum wage and not receiving any tips. Will our employer be required to pay us at least $5.85 (the new minimum wage)? Any info would be greatly appreciated. I don't think they are going to pay us more, but I want to find out if the law requires them to. Thanks.

How much is the current minimum wage in the National Capitol Region and outside the National Capitol Region? Also, what are the chances an employer will actually comply with the minimum wage?

What percentage of income does minimum wage workers pay in canada for their tax? What are the taxes and how much percentage are each? What type of tax the employer cannot draw from minimum wage worker?

What do you think about minimum wage laws? I am doing research for a project and I want to know how you feel about minimum wages laws. Do you think having minimum wage laws are a good thing? Do they help people? Do they hinder or empower employers? Overall are they good for a society? Do they contribute to an economies growth? Of course you don't have to answer all of these questions, they are just there to get you thinking about the question in general. Let me know what you think!

I make minimum wage and I work 15 hours a week and get paid every two weeks. How much tax is taken from my che? I make minimum wage and I work 15 hours a week and get paid every two weeks. How much tax is taken from my check ?

What is minimum wage where u live and how much is state tax? I live in Maryland and state tax is 5 cent on every dollar and minimum wage is 6.15

How many states have a minimum wage less than the federal minimum wage rate? Does anyone know how many states have a minimum wage rate less than the federal minimum wage rate? I am having trouble finding this. I think that it's just Kansas, but I'm not for sure. Can anyone help? I know Kansas is 2.65/hr... I'm pretty sure thats all there is.

How do you feel will the minimum wage increase affect the market? Congress included a minimum wage increase with the war spending bill. How do you think this will affect the market, capital spending, small business, or more importantly an overall affect? ***Please give a source and the logic behind your answer if you can. Here are some stats from the U.S. department of Labor: http://www.bls.gov/cps/minwage2004.htm

How long should you work a minimum wage job before getting a place on your own for the first time? I have bad credit, extremely bad credit. I have never rented a place on my own before. I would like to also know how long I should work my job before looking into renting an apartment on my own? I will probably have a minimum wage job as well. Can you help me? ?

What is the current minimum wage for minors in Michigan? I've heard that the minum wage in Michigan has just changed. Also, is minimum wage different for minors than it s for adults?

What would be considered a good minimum wage for someone living alone in London? Hi! I am single, 23, and want to move to London from the country. I know London is very expensive, and so what could be considered the minimum wage for London (in terms of living costs) if one were to live frugally? I am not a snob by any means, but I want to know what I should expect to earn to cover my basic living costs! I am on £12k at the moment, doing admin work in Somerset. Thanks.

Can my employer reduce my wages to minimum wage on my final paycheck? My employer wants us to sign a contract stating that if we quit without giving two weeks notice she will reduce our wages to minimum wage on our final paycheck. That doesn't sound right to me, but is it legal? I am in Colorado and Colorado is an at-will-employment state.

What is a fair minimum wage for an American citizen? What is a fair minimum wage for an Illegal working in America? And lastly, what is the average hourly wage for a citizen of Mexico or Central or South America. I'd love to hear some opinions. R1 - surely you jest. Unbelievable I'm a capitalist. Wage should be market driven not dictated by the government, And I would venture to say that the average hourly wage south of the "US" border is in the neighborhood of 25 cents an hour. So are we exploiting someone that gets paid 25 cents an hour at home but can make 5 or 6 dollars an hour working in the US? R1 -- I have been around the world and have never been asked if I was a United Stater. I have been called an American many many times.

How do internship stipends work with minimum wage laws? How is it legal to pay an intern a stipend that equates to less than minimum wage? Interested in the laws behind this.

What is the minimum wage, and how many years has it been at the current rate? Also, why have prices gone up, and executive salaries, but the minimum wage has stayed the same? And if it isn't communist to have a minimum wage, (which obviously we really don't have, since it has been the same for God knows how long), then why is it considered communist to have an executive salary cap?

Do you think minimum wage should equal minimum work? I hate the mentality of minimum wage "workers" who say if they were paid more, they would do a better job. I say if you agreed to do a job for whatever wage, you should do your job and do it well.

What is the minimum wage for a 18 year old in South Australia working in hospitality? What is the minimum wage for an 18 year old working in hospitality, and living in South Australia ?

Why is the minimum wage going to decrease in July of 2009? I just found out the minimum wage in California is going to be $7.25. Does anyone know why this is happening?

What is the Minimum wage increasing to in Virginia? I have heard that the minimum wage is either rising to $6.15 or $7.50 this june. Does anyone really know what it is going to raise to or know were I can find accurate and up to date info.

Minimum wage for kitchen empoyees in a resaurant? I am working in the kitchen without tips in Missouri, for $5.15 an hour. Minimum wage is $6.65 as of January 2008. I was just wondering why I do not get paid minimum wage yet I don't get tips either.

MINIMUM WAGE!@#$%^&*? Okay, so i am 17 years old and started working at a grocery store just about 3 weeks ago. I was talking to my friend and her mom who works at a bank and she asked how much i get paid, i told her $7.50 an hour. I knew previously minimum wage was $7.75, but she then told me since July 1st, 2009 it was raised to $8.00. Can they get in trouble for paying me under the table? Can i ask for the actual wage and if they don't can i fight that it is illegal and i am being under payed? Anyone know whats up and what i can do?

What is the minimum wage for 17 year old retail assistant? I think my sisters getting underpaid and we can't find rates on the industrial relations site. Does anyone know the exact minimum wage for a 17 year old working in retail?

Is the minimum wage for students the same as the regular minimum wage in Washington? If the minimum wage in Washington is a little over $8, would that minimum wage law apply to students? (16+) Im 18 years old and in 11th grade so do the pay me Adult Minimum Wage or Minor?

What is the minimum wage for minors in Wisconsin? My daughter works at Jellystone park and is paid hourly at 5.90. The camp is a resort and not open all year, maybe 6 months or less. Are they eexempt from giving her the minimum wage increase because its a campsite with recreational activities such as swimming, mini golf, and other activities on site including lodging and RV camp sites?

What is the minimum wage in canada for someone aged 15? I am fifteen and I have to get a job in order to pay for a trip that I will be going on.... I would to know what minimum wage would be.

What is the minimum wage in the Republic of Ireland? I would like to know how much the minimum wage is in the Republic of Ireland, and how much I take home after tax has been deducted. I work as a bar person.

What type of jobs actually pay minimum wage? In the USA what types of jobs pay minimum wage? Do employers have difficulity getting people to work and or stay in a job for minimum wage.

What is the minimum wage for a thirteen year old in New South Wales? I work in an Oporto restaurant twelve hours a week. I am paid $5.10 an hour. What is the minimum wage in New South Wales for my age? I'm definitely considering moving. The employees are all in their own little cliques and they talk about everyone in front of anyone. It's horrible. LOL- no, we don't get time and a half on public holidays as far as I know. My pay is put into a savings account which I access with a keycard.

What happens to the economy when the minimum wage is increased? Seems to me that after the increase in the minimum wage the economy has gone in the tank. The only thing I see it has done is narrow the gap of the middle american income.

What is the minimum hourly wage someone would earn for handling a doctor's insurance claims? I'm currently working as a receptionist for an eye doctor. She has me doing her billing, correcting her insurance claims, working the desk, handling her EOBs and patient info for eight dollars an hour. Something tells me that if someone were to specialize in just one of these areas, they'd sure as hell get paid more than minimum wage - what would someone typically make for handling a doctor's insurance claims?

What does minimum wage laws do to the wages in the labor market? What are arguments for and against minimum wage laws?

What happens to the economy when the minimum wage is raised? Short term I can understand some job loss and price adjustments and some time of flux in the labor market, but what has happened historically after the "transition period" when it comes to the raising of the minimum wage? One reason I bring this up is in Ohio the minimum wage will be raised from 5.15 to 6.85... a 33% raise! What might this do to the economy?

Which of the following statements about the minimum wage is false? The minimum wage causes a shortage of unskilled labor. The minimum wage is an example of a price floor. The minimum wage increases unemployment among unskilled workers. More unskilled individuals are willing to offer their services in the labor market with a minimum wage than would without it. The minimum wage is set above the equilibrium wage.

Minimum Wage.? Do you believe that minimum wage is good? or does it keep people in a controlled income level. also if minimum wage gets an increase in their wage and I don't, doesn't that make my job worth less.(closer to minimum wage), when was the last increase in wages you got equal to what they're getting.

What will the wisconsin minimum wage be for minors after July 24th 2008? I've only been able to find the minimum wage increase for adults.

Does DOE mean above minimum wage or is is it possible to be below min. wage too? If you think you have enough skills and abilities to do a certain job, such as say an office receptionist/clerical support job, but have no or very little employment history in this area (or no or very little employment history in general!) is it possible you can get the job if they will pay you DOE--and does DOE always mean above minimum wage or can it be below minimum wage too? In WA the minimum wage is $8.55 and a lot of office jobs pay $10/hr.

what is minimum wage and cola in the Philippines? can someone please explain to me in details, with examples the minimum wage and cola computation here in metro manila...who are the beneficiaries of the latest minimum wage increase? if a minimum wage earner is hired here in metro manila, and then later he was transfered to zambales or cagayan, which minimum wage will be applicable to him, the one in metro manila or his new destination?

How is the new minimum wage going to impact the economy? $7.25 New National Minimum wage... Some states already have that or more and won't see a difference. Other states will see a rise of 70 cents per hour.

What is the Federal Minimum Wage for employees earning tips? Before the last Federal Minimum Wage hike, the standard hourly minimum rate was $5.15, the standard hourly minimum rate for employees earning tips was $2.77. I cant seem to find any information regarding the new rate (if there is one) for employees earning tips! HELP PLEASE!

What does raising the minimum wage accomplish? Why not raise it to 10 dollars an hour? $15 an hour. Who cares? The bottom wage earners will still be the bottom wage earners right? People at the top of the pay scale will make more money to adjust with inflation. Prices will rise and inflation will increase. The demand for illegal laborers will increase. People will still buy a new car and a new TV before they buy health insurance. It seems that Democrats think a minimum wage increase will take money from the rich and give it to the poor. Like a Robin Hood effect. Is this really true?

What is the minimum wage in North Dakota? I've only lived here for 4 months, and I have no clue what minimum wage is. I'm beginning to look for a job and would like to know what a decent wage would be.

If the UK government got rid of the minimum wage would unemployment in UK be lower during recession? According to an answer one reazon why jobs are disapearing in Britain is because profitable companies like Cadbury are closing down their factory in the UK and moving it to Poland. Cadbury say Poles are less lazy than Brits but also they dont have to pay the minimum wage to Polish workers in Poland. If Brown scrapped the minimum wage would there be more jobs in Britain during recession.