You just got a new job, and part of the reason that you took it is because there’s an opportunity for overtime pay. You’re hoping that this will lead to higher overall wages and earnings during the course of the year. But you’ve only been on the job for a few weeks...
In California, workers have strong rights when it comes to fair pay and working conditions. Even so, violations of wage and hour laws are on the rise. With California’s robust labor regulations, employees expect fair wages and proper treatment. Yet, many find...
You certainly do not want your boss to reduce your wages. However, they seem intent on doing so. They do not want to fire you, but they do inform you that they are going to cut your pay. Your question, then, is if this is even legal. Maybe the job was advertised as...
Workers in California have relatively thorough protections. They benefit from not only federal workplace rules but also California laws, which are often more thorough than the baseline federal standards. Employees in California typically have the right to receive pay...
Are you a victim of wage or pay discrimination? Would you know the signs? As an employee, it is your responsibility to protect your rights, including fair pay. Here are some common signs that you may be a victim of this illegal action. Receiving different pay than...
Navigating the landscape of employment laws in California requires understanding the latest regulations that protect workers' rights. For example, recent developments concerning sick leave, meal periods and rest breaks are all provisions that have recently been...
When sorting out wage and overtime pay issues, you should determine your "regular rate of pay." This value considers your overall earnings, including your salary, commissions, hourly income and other forms of remuneration. Your regular rate of pay can vary, but it...
All California employees eligible under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) have the right to overtime pay. The problem is that employers do not always fulfill their financial obligations to their employees, whether negligently or intentionally. Although the FLSA...
California has long been a “pro-employee” kind of state, with laws heavily favoring workers’ rights – but that doesn’t stop wage theft from happening on a regular basis. One of the most common ways that wage theft happens is when an employer violates their employees’...
Companies often look for new ways to demand more from their workers in the interest of maximizing profits. They may increase sales quotas even though the business is profitable. They might change policies and refuse to grant overtime to eligible workers. Sometimes,...
