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New Hampshire Overtime Laws

New Hampshire follows Federal FLSA overtime rules with a minimum wage of $7.25/hr. From manufacturing in the Merrimack Valley to tourism in the White Mountains and tech along the I-93 corridor, we fight to recover unpaid overtime for New Hampshire workers.

Time limits apply to wage claims. Each pay period that passes, the oldest week of your claim can expire. A free case review will tell you your deadline.
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βš–οΈ Legally reviewed by Paul M. Botros, Esq. β€” Employment & Wage Law Attorney, Licensed in Florida & Texas Β· Last updated July 7, 2026

Calculate Your Unpaid Overtime

Get an estimate of what you're owed in just 60 seconds. This calculator is based on federal FLSA laws and includes liquidated damages (double your unpaid wages).

How Are You Paid?

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Must be your *paid* hours (can be under 40)
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Default is 1 year (52 weeks). Adjust if different.

Did You Perform Work Off-the-Clock?

This includes work before/after shifts, during breaks, or from home that wasn't recorded or paid.

This calculation is an estimate based on applicable labor laws. Your actual recovery may vary based on state laws and specific circumstances.

New Hampshire vs. Federal Overtime Laws

πŸ”‘ Key Fact: NH Mirrors Federal Overtime Rules

New Hampshire follows FLSA overtime rules: 1.5x for hours over 40. The minimum wage is $7.25/hr. Claims are filed under FLSA for double damages and 2–3 year lookback.

ProtectionNew HampshireFederal (FLSA)
Minimum Wage$7.25/hr$7.25/hr
Overtime RuleFollows FLSA1.5x after 40 hours
Statute of Limitations3 Years (state)2 Years (3 if Willful)
DamagesUnpaid WagesDouble Damages (Liquidated)

Common New Hampshire Overtime Violations

πŸ’» Technology

I-93 Corridor / Nashua / Manchester: IT support, QA testers, and help desk staff misclassified as "exempt professionals" at tech and defense contractors.

🏭 Manufacturing

Merrimack Valley: Assembly workers and machine operators denied overtime through misclassification as salaried "supervisors."

πŸ”οΈ Tourism & Hospitality

White Mountains / Lakes Region: Hotel, ski resort, and restaurant staff denied overtime during peak seasons.

πŸ₯ Healthcare

Nurses and home health aides at NH hospitals facing automatic lunch deductions despite working through breaks.

πŸ—οΈ Construction

Cash payments and straight-time for overtime in residential and commercial construction across southern NH.

🍽️ Restaurants

Servers and bartenders facing tip pool violations, excessive side work, and off-the-clock closing duties.

Common Violations by NH Region

πŸ“ Southern NH (Manchester / Nashua)

Tech, Defense, & Manufacturing:

  • Tech: IT staff misclassification
  • Defense: Contractor violations
  • Retail: "Manager" overtime denial

πŸ“ Seacoast (Portsmouth)

Hospitality & Healthcare:

  • Restaurants: Tip pool violations
  • Hotels: Seasonal OT denial
  • Healthcare: Meal break violations

πŸ“ White Mountains / North

Tourism & Forestry:

  • Ski Resorts: Seasonal OT schemes
  • Lumber: Piece rate violations
  • Construction: Cash pay schemes

What You Can Recover

Federal Damages

πŸ’° Double Damages

You get $2 for every $1 underpaid under FLSA.

πŸ“… 2-3 Year Recovery

Recover the last 2 years (3 if willful).

πŸ“‹ Attorney Fees

Employer pays your legal fees if you win.

Why Choose Our National Wage Recovery Team

New Hampshire overtime claims are filed under Federal FLSA β€” our core focus.

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Paul leads every case personally β€” strategy, negotiations, and courtroom work. Outside Texas and Florida, he appears by pro hac vice admission (the standard court permission that lets an out-of-state attorney litigate your case) and works alongside local counsel who handle state-specific procedure. This is how national wage-and-hour cases are litigated everywhere β€” your case is never simply referred out.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are New Hampshire's overtime laws?

NH follows federal FLSA overtime rules: time-and-a-half for hours over 40. Minimum wage is $7.25/hr.

Are tech workers in southern NH entitled to overtime?

IT support, QA testers, and help desk staff are often misclassified as exempt. Routine tech work doesn't qualify for the professional exemption.

Can ski resort workers claim unpaid overtime?

Yes. Seasonal workers are generally entitled to overtime for hours over 40, regardless of the time of year or "seasonal" label.

How far back can I claim unpaid wages?

Under FLSA: 2 years (3 if willful).

Can I recover double damages?

Yes. FLSA provides liquidated damages doubling your recovery, plus attorney fees.

Is mandatory overtime legal in New Hampshire?

Yes β€” NH employers can require overtime and discipline refusals. What federal law requires in return: 1.5x pay for every hour over 40. Required overtime that goes unpaid is wage theft.

Does New Hampshire require lunch breaks?

Yes. RSA 275:30-a says you can't be required to work more than 5 consecutive hours without a 30-minute eating period β€” unless it's feasible to eat while working and your employer allows it, in which case that eating time must be paid. Auto-deducted lunches you worked through are recoverable.

Do tipped workers in New Hampshire get overtime?

Yes. NH's tipped cash wage is $3.27/hr (45% of minimum), but overtime must be calculated from the full $7.25 minimum wage β€” not the tipped rate. Restaurant and hospitality workers whose OT was figured off the tipped wage are owed the difference.

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