If you have a job in the United States, you need to know that wage theft is a huge problem that impacts employees nationwide. It is disheartening but true. Yearly, employers in the U.S. steal $15 billion in wages from their employees. This figure is alarming, to say the least, and it deserves legal attention.... Read...
You may be an employee struggling to receive your fair wages from your employer. Perhaps you want to know how much you can recover from unpaid wages. In the state of California, non-payment of wages is a serious matter. Depending on your case and the amount of unpaid wages that have accrued, you could receive... Read...
It’s all too common for employers to make their employees do unpaid “off-the-clock” work. Sometimes, employers will simply demand their employees work extra hours without pay or face termination. Other times, the situation is more subtle. Employees might be encouraged to work off-the-clock by co-workers because “it’s just the way we do things here.” Yet... Read...
While many businesses treat their employees fairly, unfortunately, this is not always the case. Employers sometimes attempt to exploit their employees, often by paying them less than what they are owed. Particularly, if you work long hours, understanding California overtime laws is an important part of knowing your rights as an employee. Workplace Rights Law... Read...
The legalization of marijuana in California prompted the formation of a wide variety of cannabis businesses throughout the state. Most recently, companies touted as “uber for weed” worked to gain popularity in the market by offering convenient delivery services to customers. Individuals hired as cannabis delivery drivers deliver pot for businesses throughout the state. Marijuana... Read...
Does your employer classify you as an independent contractor? It may be surprising to learn that the misclassification of employees in California occurs more often than you might think. The distinction between employee and independent contractor matters because employees possess many protections and benefits that independent contractors do not. If you believe your employer misclassified... Read...
What is an Exempt Employee in California? Exempt employees are those that are exempt from California and federal laws governing minimum wage, overtime, and lunch/break time. Under California labor law, three requirements determine whether an employee is exempt or non-exempt: Minimum salary, White-collar duties, and Independent judgment. If you suspect that you are non-exempt and... Read...
Proper classification as an employee or independent contractor in California affects your rights, protections, and wages in California. Misclassification happens more often than you think. The recent passing of AB5, also known as the “gig worker bill,” changed the classification of independent contractors in California. Additionally, in November 2020, Proposition 22, or the “App-Based Drivers... Read...
If you are an employee and your employer started paying you under the table, you may be wondering whether it is legal. Employers may have many reasons why they choose to do this, including avoiding tax obligations and paying for workers’ compensation insurance. However, paying employees under the table is illegal in California. If you... Read...
As a California employee, you have a right to sue your employer if you feel that they have failed to comply with wage and hour laws. A wage and hour class-action lawsuit in California is a lawsuit in which a large group of employees has the same complaint against their employer. Wage and hour class-action... Read...