West Virginia workplace law quick facts
Legal calculators for West Virginia workers
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Pay calculators for West Virginia workers
West Virginia minimum wage $8.75/hr - overtime after 40 hours/week
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About West Virginia workplace law
West Virginia workers are protected by a combination of federal law and West Virginia state statutes. Federal law sets minimum standards that apply in all 50 states, while West Virginia law may provide additional protections in areas like minimum wage, overtime, workers compensation, and family leave.
Key West Virginia workplace facts for 2026: The West Virginia minimum wage is $8.75 per hour. Workers compensation pays up to $1,017 per week for injured workers. Personal injury lawsuits must be filed within 2 years under West Virginia law. West Virginia has a state income tax of 6.5%. Workers in West Virginia rely on the federal Family and Medical Leave Act for unpaid job-protected leave.
All calculators on this page use official data from West Virginia government sources including the West Virginia Department of Labor, West Virginia Workers Compensation Board, West Virginia Department of Revenue, and relevant state statutes. Data is updated annually each January and whenever significant law changes occur.