California provides a robust framework of laws that protect workers from wage theft. Unfortunately, wage theft is still widespread in California. The laws against wage theft include requirements that all employers:

• Pay the minimum wage, which is currently $15.50 in California;
• Pay for all work time, including downtime and “off-the-clock” work;
• Pay overtime for overtime in excess of 8 hours in a day and 40 in a week and pay double-time for hours worked in excess of 12 in a day;
• Maintain and provide required wage statements (also known as pay stubs) and payroll records may recover the greater of actual damages;
• Post notices of California’s wage and hour laws;
• Provide meal and rest breaks;
• Classify their employees correctly;
• Reimburse business expenses; and
• Provide Sick Pay.

If you are an employee that has been subjected to wage theft, please contact Lebe Law for a free consultation.