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Estimate overtime pay, severance packages, wrongful termination damages, unemployment benefits, and lost wages. State-specific rules for all 50 states.
Key Facts
- Federal overtime: 1.5x regular rate after 40 hours/week
- Exempt threshold: $684/week ($35,568/year) under current FLSA rules
- WARN Act notice: 60 days for mass layoffs at 100+ employee companies
- Unemployment benefits: typically 40-50% of prior wages up to state maximum
Employment Law Calculators — All 50 States
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Severance Pay Calculator
Estimate severance pay based on tenure, salary, industry benchmarks, and state norms. Understand what a fair severance package looks like and when to negotiate.
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Overtime Pay Calculator
Calculate overtime pay under the FLSA and state laws. Time-and-a-half after 40 hours, exempt vs non-exempt classification, and daily overtime rules.
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Wrongful Termination Damages Calculator
Estimate wrongful termination damages including back pay, front pay, emotional distress, and punitive damages. Understand at-will exceptions and settlement ranges.
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Unemployment Benefits Calculator
Calculate unemployment benefits by state. Weekly benefit amounts, maximum duration, eligibility requirements, and how severance affects your claim.
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Employment Discrimination Damages Calculator
Estimate employment discrimination damages including back pay, front pay, emotional distress, and punitive damages. Federal and state law damage caps by jurisdiction.
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Employment Law FAQ
How is overtime pay calculated?
Under federal FLSA, overtime is 1.5x your regular rate for hours over 40 per workweek. Some states (California, Alaska, Nevada) require daily overtime after 8 hours. Exempt employees (executives, administrators, professionals earning over $684/week) are not entitled to overtime.
What is wrongful termination?
Wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires an employee for illegal reasons: discrimination (race, sex, age, disability), retaliation for protected activity (filing a complaint, whistleblowing), or violation of an employment contract. At-will employment allows firing for any reason except illegal ones.
How is severance calculated?
Severance is not legally required in most states. When offered, common formulas are 1-2 weeks per year of service, or 1 month per year for executive roles. Severance agreements typically include a release of claims. WARN Act requires 60 days notice for mass layoffs at companies with 100+ employees.
Who qualifies for unemployment benefits?
Unemployment eligibility requires: separation from work through no fault of your own (layoff, not resignation or termination for cause), sufficient prior earnings history, and availability and active search for new work. Weekly benefit amounts typically range from 40-50% of prior wages up to a state maximum.
Important: This tool provides educational estimates only — not legal advice. Made For Law is not a law firm and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any federal, state, county, or local government agency or court system. Calculator results are based on statutory formulas and publicly available fee schedules — not AI. Supporting content is AI-assisted and editorially reviewed. Results may not reflect recent legislative changes or your specific circumstances. Do not rely solely on these estimates — always verify with official sources and consult a licensed attorney before making legal or financial decisions. Full disclaimer