1 Opal meaning is highly regarded in many ancient cultures Hindu, Greek, Roman for its powers of foresight. 2  Opal Talisman and Amulets are considered a symbol of ever changing fortune and healing powers.  Opal is said to have holistic powers and gives the wearer an understanding of higher powers.
Montgomery County Will Raise Minimum Wage To $11.50 by 2017. Montgomery County, MD, one of the most affluent counties in America, has voted to increase the minimum wage to $11.50 by 2017; this is $4.25 higher than the current federal wage minimum, The Washington Post reports.
$8.00 per hour, with an automatic increase should the federal minimum wage rise. Overtime is required for time worked in excess of 40 hours in a week. The Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation website may have additional specific information on wage laws in the state.7.75, but any employees guaranteed $2,000/month or more are exempted from the state's minimum wage and overtime law. Employers covered by the FLSA are excluded unless the state rate is higher. Overtime pay is required for hours worked over 40 in a week.