work related training seminars

[thepenster060]

What is the name of your state? new york

My employer is sending me to boston for 2 days for training. He is paying for the travel/seminar/hotel expenses. My question is, do I get paid my regular pay to attend the seminar too? Both days the seminar is from 9-5. I have searched under the dept of labor but have found nothing related to this matter. I just want to know if legally he has to pay me for attending this seminar or not. Thank you in advance.

 

[cbg]

Are you exempt or non-exempt?

 

[thepenster060]

Sorry, I don't really know the answer to that question. If it helps I work in a medical office.

 

[thepenster060]

Does anyone know the answer to this question? Please?

 

[Beth3]

No one can answer your question unless we know whether you are exempt or non-exempt. Let's try to figure this out in the simplest manner possible. Are you paid on an hourly basis?

If the answer to that question is "no," then you need to briefly describe your job duties and responsibilities.

 

[thepenster060]

Yes, I am paid per hour.

 

[pattytx]

Then you must be paid for the time you spend attending the seminar. Why is there even a question on this? Is it on a weekend or something?

 

[thepenster060]

Yes, it is. I am going away overnight for a 2 day seminar in boston. I work mon-thurs. The seminar is on a friday and saturday.

 

[thepenster060]

Can anyone direct me to where I may find the legal documents about this matter online. I searched nys dol, and found nothing. My employer stated that they are only paying for the travel and seminar, but nothing else.

 

[pattytx]

http://www.dol.gov/dol/allcfr/ESA/Title_29/Part_785/29CFR785.29.htm
http://www.dol.gov/dol/allcfr/ESA/Title_29/Part_785/29CFR785.27.htm

I would note that the reg in the second link is a NOT situation. Unless ALL of the 4 criteria listed are true, the time must be paid.