Wage and Hour

This may seem like a silly question. After all, you are receiving a paycheck. But are you receiving the full amount you are entitled to? Wage theft is very common but also very subtle. That's why it's vital to understand how wage theft occurs and how to stop it....

Employees have specific rights in the workplace. Many of these are set by federal law; however, meal breaks aren’t. For workers in California, state laws set specific standards for meal breaks. Generally, these laws forbid employers from forcing employees to skip...

If your employer asks you to work overtime, you want to ensure that you’re being paid properly. In fact, many employees are excited about overtime hours because they want those higher paychecks. They see it as a bonus to make more than their normal wage. But what do...