If you are hired to perform a task on a public works project, California law mandates that your employer pay you the prevailing wages for your craft. Because public works projects are funded by taxpayers and controlled by the government, there is no reason why an employer should not adequately pay their workers. In fact, if an employer fails to
Every employee deserves to be paid a fair rate for the work that they perform. This applies to all contracted projects across California, including ones that are funded by the public. In California, employers who are in charge of handling public works projects must adhere to the state’s prevailing wage law. This law requires that employers pay their workers the
One of the most common forms of wage theft occurs when employers don’t pay out the overtime that their employees have earned. Some employers get away with not doing so for years, in part because their employees don’t actually know when they are entitled to overtime pay. It can be a good idea to make yourself aware of the overtime
Being fired can be overwhelming and confusing, especially if you believe the circumstances didn’t align. While California is an at-will employment state, employers cannot fire individuals based on certain protected characteristics or situations. This is known as wrongful termination and is a violation of state employment law. Because of this, if you were fired based on false accusations made against
Under California labor codes, rest and meal breaks must be provided by employers for nonexempt employees. How many breaks employees are entitled to depends on the length of their shift and whether or not they have already waived breaks. Knowing the California lunch break law in 2024 is essential. Meal Breaks Nonexempt California employees must be given a meal or
When you leave a job, it can be a stressful or exciting time in your life. Even if you are leaving for work you want to pursue, the changes and loss of familiar connections and places can be difficult. Leaving your current employment is worse if your employer fails to provide you with your final paycheck or gives you a
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