In the state of California, workers have the right to be paid fair wages for work. That means employers are legally required to pay at least the minimum wage for the state, which is higher than the federal minimum wage. Employers are also required to pay nonexempt employees for overtime hours worked, as well as provide breaks for employees who … Read More
What to Do if Your Employer Misclassifies You as An Exempt Employee
Some employees in California are exempt from overtime protections – but most are entitled to them. But what can you do if your employer misclassifies you as an exempt employee when you’re really a nonexempt employee? This guide explains. What to Do if Your Employer Misclassifies You as An Exempt Employee Sometimes employers make mistakes, and sometimes job descriptions evolve … Read More
The Definitive Guide to Exempt Employees in California
If you’re like most people, you know some workers in California are exempt and some are nonexempt. But which one are you, and what do those two terms refer to? This guide explains whether you’re an exempt employee or you’re a nonexempt employee – and what the differences are between the two. The Definitive Guide to Exempt Employees in California … Read More
Mandatory Meetings Outside Normal Work Hours: How Much Does Your Employer Owe You?
Mandatory Zoom meetings, phone calls and texts outside work hours? If that’s what your pandemic-era work schedule looks like, your employer may owe you money. Here’s what you need to know about mandatory meetings after work hours, constant emails and texts, and phone calls as they related to your pay. Mandatory Meetings Outside Normal Work Hours Under the Fair Labor … Read More
How Many Hours Can an Employee Work Without a Break in California?
How many hours can an employee work without a break in California? Five. California law requires nonexempt employees to get a 30-minute meal break after working five hours in one day. Employees who work more than ten hours in a day are entitled to take another 30-minute meal break. But while five hours is the longest stretch of time a … Read More
