Wage theft is a serious issue in California, affecting workers across industries, from farm laborers to tech workers. It occurs when employers fail to pay workers what they are legally owed. This can include unpaid overtime, forcing employees to work off the clock, denying meal or rest breaks, or misclassifying workers to avoid paying benefits. …
Class Action 101: How Workers Can Stand Together Against Wage Theft Read More »
If you’ve ever worked late and wondered whether you’re being paid fairly, you’re not alone. Many workers across California don’t realize they may be owed overtime pay, or worse, are being cheated out of it altogether. California labor laws are some of the strongest in the country when it comes to protecting workers, but that …
“Is My Job Cheating Me Out of Overtime?” – Overtime in California Read More »
You just wrapped up a tough two-week stretch, extra shifts, late nights, and weekend hours. But when payday arrives, your check is smaller than expected. You double-check your hours and realize your overtime wasn’t paid correctly. The hours or rates are wrong. You are not getting shift differentials that were promised. You bring the paycheck …
California workers are entitled to some of the strongest protections in the nation, but navigating the intricacies of California’s overtime laws can be challenging. If you’re not fully informed about your rights, you could be missing out on wages you’ve rightfully earned. What Are California’s Overtime Laws? Under California law, most non-exempt employees are entitled …
Understanding California’s Overtime Laws: Are You Leaving Money on the Table? Read More »
In California, employee misclassification is a serious issue that often leaves workers without the protections and benefits they rightfully deserve. Whether you’re labeled as an independent contractor or given a managerial title that doesn’t match your duties, misclassification can have significant impacts on your rights and compensation. This article aims to help you understand misclassification, …
Misclassified employees in California often face an uphill battle when fighting for overtime pay. Despite the clear legal protections afforded to non-exempt employees under California labor law, many employers continue to misclassify workers as exempt, denying them their rightful overtime wages. Understanding Misclassification One of the most common ways employers misclassify employees is by assigning them …
California is known for its strong employee protections, and overtime pay is no exception. Working long hours is a reality for many Californians. But not everyone gets paid extra for those extra hours. As with any legal matter, there’s often more than meets the eye. The Good News: Extra Pay for Extra Time Generally, you …
Overtime Pay in California: Don’t Get Shortchanged! Read More »
Ensuring that California employees receive their entitled rest breaks is critical to upholding workers’ rights and maintaining workplace fairness. As mandated by state law, employers have to give rest periods throughout the workday. But what are the specific guidelines governing rest breaks in the Golden State, and how can a CA wage hour & lawyer …
Protecting Workers’ Rights in California: Rest Break Guidelines Read More »
California workers, beware! There’s a ballot initiative being put in front of California voters in the November 2024 election that is harmful to workers’ rights cause. The ballot initiative will weaken a longstanding law that protects you from wage theft and other unfair practices. This law is called PAGA (the Labor Code Private Attorneys General …
Don’t Believe the Naysayers: PAGA Protects California Workers Read More »