The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a federal law that establishes the federal rules for minimum wage, overtime pay, and other regulations affecting workers. The FLSA also provides for damages when employers violate FLSA laws. Any employer who violates provisions of the FLSA overtime or minimum wage laws is liable to the employee or employees affected in the amount of their unpaid minimum wages or overtime compensation. In addition, the employer may be liable for an additional equal amount as liquidated damages.