Protecting The Rights Of Workers
Throughout California
If you ask the average worker if they’re experiencing wage theft on the job, they will probably say they’re not. They believe they’re being paid fairly. Similarly, if you ask the average American about the most common types of theft in the United States, they will...
You may have come to California to enjoy the freedom America offers, but you still need to earn a living wage. Some employers treat undocumented employees fairly, while others take advantage of their vulnerability by paying them less than they have earned. The joke is...
Many people assume that minimum wage laws – whether federal or state – apply to everyone regardless of what kind of work they do or their demographic information. However, that hasn’t always held true for employees with disabilities. As the Biden administration comes...
In the Golden State, meal and rest breaks are fundamental rights for employees, protected by some of the nation’s most stringent employment laws. Yet, these rights can become complicated for employees whose duties require them to remain on alert or to stay connected...
Employees are legally entitled to proper wages for all of their hours worked. However, many employees are not paid what they’re owed. Employees may steal their employees’ wages by underpaying overtime, lowering minimum wage or asking for extra off-the-clock hours, for...
Every winter, there’s a huge demand for seasonal workers – especially in the retail and service industries. Seasonal employees help a vast number of businesses meet an increased demand for short-term labor, but these workers are not always treated fairly. Here’s what...
You work at a hardware store, where you are a cashier at the front desk. Every day, you take a lunch break, and you generally just sit in your car and eat a snack lunch outside of the store. If you finish eating before the 30 minutes are up, you just read a book in...
Employers need to have enough staff available without paying for more support than they actually require. It is a fine balancing act. Many companies, such as medical facilities and construction companies, have to have a minimum number of workers on hand. Even one...
California workers have additional protections regarding workplace pay than employees in other states. One of those protections deals with reporting-time pay. Below is some important information about workers’ rights and responsibilities to be paid for reporting to...
If you are an employee of a fast food restaurant in the State of California, your employer should pay you a minimum wage of $20 per hour. This law (AB 1228) took effect on April 1, 2024. Here is what to know about it: Is your employer a fast food restaurant? An...