Wage and Hour Disputes

 Every California worker deserves to be paid at least minimum wage for every hour worked. If your employer isn't paying you properly, our experienced employment lawyers can help you recover your unpaid wages.

California employees are  generally eligible for overtime pay  at 1.5 times their regular rate of pay if they work more than 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week. Read more below to find answers to frequently asked questions  about overtime pay. 

California law provides most employees with an unpaid 30-minute meal break if they work more than 5 hours, and a paid 10-minute rest break if they work more than 3.5 hours in a day. If you have questions, or want to learn more, read below.

According to the Economic Policy Institute, wage theft costs U.S. workers as much as $50 billion per year — a number far higher than all robberies, burglaries, and motor vehicle thefts combined. 

California law requires employers to reimburse employees for all necessary job-related expenses. If you've paid out of pocket for work expenses, our employment lawyers can help you recover your costs plus penalties.