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There are many labor laws in California that protect the rights of employees. Unfortunately, it is common for companies and corporations to violate these laws in order to cut corners and save money. Workers who believe that their rights are being violated may have it in their best interests to discuss their legal rights and options with a skilled California employment lawyer who has experience handling similar cases.
Examples of California Labor Law Violations
There are many types of labor law violations and they should all be taken seriously. For example, it is common for a company to try and save money by forcing their employees to work in excess of eight hours per day or 40 hours per week without overtime wages. Many workers in this unfortunate situation fail to say anything because they do not want to upset their employer or face retaliatory measures such as being laid off or passed up for a promotion. Other common labor law infractions include:
- Lack of reimbursement for expenditures or losses employees are forced to bear for use of their personal vehicle during work hours.
- Lack of providing uninterrupted meal-and-rest periods.
- Failure to provide compensation for working through meal-and-rest periods.
- Lack of reimbursement for required purchase and maintenance of company uniforms.
- Failure to provide adequate or accurate wage statements.
- Failure to maintain accurate payroll records
Wage and Overtime Laws
Under federal and state laws, employers must provide a minimum wage, and in most cases, overtime wages, when the employee works over eight hours. Even if employees are paid a salary instead of an hourly wage, they may be entitled to overtime wages. Overtime wages must be paid no later than the next regular payroll and under Labor Code Section 226 (a), employers must provide an itemized statement regarding the hours worked and the wages earned.
Under Labor Code 207, employers are required to post a notice "specifying the regular pay days and the time and place of payment." Labor Code 204 mandates employers to pay their employees on a regular schedule, typically twice a month.
Additional Rights of California Employees
Here is a brief overview of some of the rights afforded to California's workers under state and federal law:
Knowing and Understanding Your Rights
Is your employer taking advantage of you? Have you and your fellow employees been denied overtime pay? If you feel that your rights have been violated in some way, it may be in your best interest to speak with an experienced California employment lawyer. The experienced California employment lawyers at Bisnar | Chase Personal Injury Attorneys, LLP know and understand the ins and outs of state and federal labor laws. We are here to fight for your rights. Please contact us to obtain more information about pursuing your legal rights.
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