<prompt> Human: Using a throwaway because I dont want this linked to my main account, but Ill answer almost any questions if this isnt enough information.I just started a new job in January. Its a salaried position in a call center. Over the past couple of months, workload has been increasing steadily to the point where Im having to come in early and stay late every day and Ive been working through lunch too. I thought that maybe it was just me and that I should be able to finish everything in a normal 8 hour day, but after talking to the other people on my team, everyone has been working extra hours, some people are even coming in on weekends to finish their stuff up.I dont want to sound whiny or entitled, but every other job Ive had has kept track of hours, and when you went over 40 either you earned up credit time to take off early or come in late or whatever, or you got paid overtime. Have I just been really lucky with jobs in the past and this is what salaried positions are supposed to be like?I dont want to start a big fuss or anything because I really need the job, and the pay is nice, but I also dont want to be taken advantage of just because I dont know any better. Ive tried searching for labor law type stuff, but I have no idea what Im looking for...Im in Arizona if that makes a difference. Thanks.  <response>: I just want to point out that your post is a good example of factoring free time availability when considering a job offer. People dont realize how DRASTICALLY important it is to have a balanced workhome life. 