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- At-Will Employment: Utah is an at-will employment state, meaning either the employer or employee can terminate employment at any time, for any reason not prohibited by law.
- Minimum Wage: The state mandates a minimum wage of $7.25 per hour, aligning with the federal rate.
- Child Labor Restrictions: Minors under 16 face limitations on working hours and are entitled to a 30-minute break after five consecutive hours of work.
In Utah, employers must adhere to both federal and state payroll regulations. The state minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, consistent with the federal rate. Employers are required to pay employees at least semimonthly and must provide a statement of deductions for each pay period. Additionally, Utah mandates that employers report new hires to the Department of Workforce Services within 20 days. Employers must also comply with state unemployment insurance tax requirements, with rates ranging from 0.2% to 7.2%, depending on the employer's experience rating.
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- Health Insurance Continuation (Mini-COBRA): Employers must offer continuation of healthcare coverage to employees for up to a year after job termination, reduction in hours, or other qualifying events.
- Pregnancy Accommodations: Employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations for employees related to pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions, unless it would cause undue hardship.
- Workers' Compensation: Utah law mandates that employers provide workers' compensation insurance to cover medical expenses and lost wages for employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses.
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