Few would argue that Tulare county is in the midst of a drought disaster. The California price gouging law applies following a state of emergency or major disaster. The state prohibits the overpricing of goods and services following such events.
A salary is generally expressed as an amount paid per week, per month or per year. To qualify for exemption under the Regulations, Part 541, an employee must earn the minimum required salary of $455 per week exclusive of board, lodging or other facilities..
The minimum salary amount is $455 per week. Generally, an employee must receive his full salary for any week in which he performs any work without regard to the number of days or hours worked. However, the regulation recognizes the general rule that an employee need not be paid for any workweek in which he performs no work. Further guidance on the salary test is found in DOL's Field Operations Handbook, Section 22b01: Extra compensation may by paid for OT to an exempt employee on any basis.