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A local Culver's is in trouble with the law for breaking laws protecting working minors. The company has to pay $13, 212 in civil money penalties for allowing crew members ages 14-15 to work longer hours than is legally permitted.
Upon investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, it was found that the Culver's located in Wixom, MI violated the Fair Labor Standards Act with the following:
Michigan child labor law stipulates that:
Minors Ages 14-15
Minors Ages 16-17
In addition, Federal law stipulates that 14- and 15-year olds may not work more than three hours on a school day (including Fridays) and must only work outside of school hours.
When state youth employment laws differ from the federal provisions, an employer must comply with the higher standard. Be sure to familiarize yourself with both the state and federal child labor laws.
Sources: Michigan.gov, Zywave, clickondetroit.com