Littler Issues Commentary: DOL Opinion Letter Confirms Bonuses Under Predetermined Pay Plans Must Be Included in Regular Rate
January 07, 2026
January 07, 2026
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Jan. 7 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Jan. 6, 2026:
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DOL Opinion Letter Confirms Bonuses Under Predetermined Pay Plans Must Be Included in Regular Rate
On January 5, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division issued Opinion Letter FLSA2026-2, addressing whether certain "Safety, Job Duties, and Performance" bonuses may be excluded from an employee's regular rate . . .
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DOL Opinion Letter Confirms Bonuses Under Predetermined Pay Plans Must Be Included in Regular Rate
On January 5, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division issued Opinion Letter FLSA2026-2, addressing whether certain "Safety, Job Duties, and Performance" bonuses may be excluded from an employee's regular rate . . .