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- At-Will Employment: New Hampshire is an at-will employment state, meaning employers can terminate employees without cause or notice, provided it does not violate any contractual agreements or discrimination laws.
- Minimum Wage: The state adheres to the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. Employers must comply with this rate unless specific exemptions apply.
- Meal Breaks: Employees are entitled to a 30-minute meal break after working five consecutive hours, except when the nature of the work allows for eating while working and the employer permits it.
Employers in New Hampshire are required to pay wages on a weekly or bi-weekly basis, unless they have obtained permission from the New Hampshire Department of Labor to pay less frequently. Payment must be made within eight days after the workweek ends for weekly pay and within 15 days for bi-weekly pay. Employers can use cash, check, direct deposit, or payroll card, but employees must have the option to receive payment by check if they prefer. Additionally, employers must provide written statements of all deductions made from employees' wages for each pay period.
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- Workers' Compensation: Employers are required to provide workers' compensation insurance to cover employees in case of work-related injuries or illnesses.
- Unemployment Insurance: Employers must contribute to the state's unemployment insurance program, which provides temporary financial assistance to eligible workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own.
- Health Insurance: While not mandated by state law, employers with 50 or more full-time employees are required under federal law to provide health insurance. Employers with fewer than 50 employees are encouraged to offer health benefits to attract and retain talent.
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