New Rates for California Software Employees and Licensed Physicians and Surgeons
The California Department of Industrial Relations (Department) recently adjusted the rates that certain computer software employees and licensed physicians and surgeons must meet to be exempt from overtime requirements. The Department increased certain computer software employees’ minimum hourly rate of pay exemption from $55.58 to $56.97 and the minimum monthly salary exemption from $9,646.96 to $9,888.13. It also increased the annual exemption from $115,763.35 to $118,657.43. To be classified as an exempt computer professional, there are additional requirements that must be met.
Additionally, the Department adjusted the licensed physicians’ and surgeons’ minimum hourly rate of pay exemption from $101.22 to $103.75.
The rates are effective January 1, 2025. Employers with operations in California should review their pay policies and contact experienced counsel with any questions about exemption status of employees.
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