When an employer has failed to pay employees the minimum wage or overtime due under the FLSA, the employer is liable for paying:
A)only the complaining party
B)only employees within the division found in violation
C)all affected employees, as long as they are current employees
D)all affected employees, even employees who no longer work there

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay all affected employees, including those who are no longer employed, any back wages owed due to minimum wage or overtime violations. This ensures that all employees who were underpaid receive the compensation they are entitled to, regardless of their current employment status.

When an Employer Has Failed to Pay Employees the Minimum