Most employees in California do have a right to take specific breaks. For instance, for every four hours that someone works, they should get a rest break for 10 minutes. If they have to work more than five hours, then they should also be given a meal break. This can...
Protecting The Rights Of Workers
Throughout California
Wage & Hour Law
When does a salaried employee deserve overtime pay?
Many wage claims in California relate not to violations of minimum wage laws but rather overtime pay statutes. California has more assertive employee protections than many other states. The minimum wage per hour is higher, and there are more scenarios in which...
3 things to know if you are a remote worker in California
Remote work is gaining traction as more companies embrace flexible arrangements to accommodate diverse employee needs and tap into a global talent pool. In California, remote workers are subject to the same labor laws as traditional in-office employees. California is...
2 myths about part-time workers in California
Both full-time and part-time workers are fundamental to most companies in California. Part-time workers carry out key duties in the same way that full-time workers do. Unfortunately, there are some misconceptions that part-time workers have fewer rights than full-time...
Can you get overtime if you just work once or twice a week?
While many people have a five-day workweek, there are a significant number of employees who just work a few times every week. For example, a college student may have a part-time job that fits around their class schedule. They just work two days a week and take classes...
Must California employers pay workers for lactation breaks?
There are several laws protecting the right of California employees to take breaks. Paid breaks, including meal times, are beneficial for workers and are sometimes mandatory under California state law. Certain employees may require more breaks than others. A woman who...
Minimum wage exceptions in California
Employers should observe the state minimum wage. In California, this is $16.00 per hour for all employees as of January 1, 2024. Some cities in the state have higher minimum wages. However, there are exceptions to the minimum wage law. They include; Certain...
$1 million settlement in Cheesecake Factory wage theft claims
The Cheesecake Factory, as well as Magic Touch Commercial Cleaning and Allied National Services, the two companies that provided janitorial services for the Cheesecake Factory, have finally settled a wage theft case in California that involved failure to pay some 589...
How can you file an Equal Pay Act claim in California?
Navigating the process of filing an Equal Pay Act (EPA) claim can be a complex undertaking, but with the right frame of reference, you can better ensure that your rights are protected. Before filing a claim, affected employees should have sufficient evidence of wage...
New Minimum Wage for Fast-Food Workers
California Governor Gavin Newson recently approved Assembly Bill No. 1228 that creates a new minimum wage and aims to address other concerns within the fast-food industry beginning in 2024. Fast Food Workers Will Earn At Least $20 Per Hour Beginning January 1, 2024,...