California Overtime Law Attorneys

What is Overtime Overtime refers to the additional compensation provided to employees who work more than a certain number of hours in a workday or workweek. In California, these laws are designed to ensure that employees are fairly compensated for their extra efforts and to encourage employers to manage their workforce effectively. Overtime Rates One significant aspect of California’s overtime laws is the rate of pay for overtime hours. In most cases, employees are entitled to receive one and a half times their regular hourly rate for every hour worked over 8 hours in a workday and for the first 8 hours worked on the seventh consecutive day of work in a workweek. For any hours worked over 12 hours in a workday or over 8 hours on the seventh consecutive day, employees must receive double their regular hourly rate. This means that if your regular hourly wage is $15, you would be entitled to $22.50 for each hour of overtime and $30 for each hour worked beyond 12 hours in a single day. Daily and Weekly Overtime California’s overtime laws distinguish between daily and weekly overtime. Daily overtime applies when you work more than 8 hours in a workday, while weekly overtime comes into play if you work more than 40 hours in a workweek. You are entitled to overtime pay for both daily and weekly overtime hours, but you will not receive double overtime pay for the same hours. Exemptions While many employees are entitled to overtime pay in California, there are exceptions. Certain categories of employees are exempt from these laws, including salaried employees who meet specific criteria, outside salespersons, and certain commissioned employees. Understanding your employment status and whether you fall under an exemption is crucial to determining your eligibility for overtime pay. Meal and Rest Breaks California also has strict meal and rest break requirements. In general, employees are entitled to a 30-minute meal break if they work more than 5 hours in a workday and a second 30-minute meal break if they work more than 10 hours in a workday. Additionally, employees are entitled to a 10-minute rest break for every 4 hours worked. If your employer denies you these breaks or does not adequately compensate you for working through them, you may have grounds for an overtime claim. Keeping Records Employers in California are required to maintain accurate records of their employees’ working hours and compensation. It’s a good practice for employees to keep their own records as well. This documentation can be invaluable in case of a dispute over overtime pay. Filing a Claim If you believe your employer has violated California’s overtime laws, you have the right to file a wage claim with the California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) or file a lawsuit in court. It’s essential to act promptly, as there is a statute of limitations for overtime claims. Understanding overtime laws in California is vital for employees to protect their rights and ensure fair compensation for their hard work. While California’s laws are generally more employee-friendly than in many other states, it’s crucial to be informed about your rights and responsibilities as an employee. If you have any concerns about your overtime pay, it’s advisable to consult with an employment attorney who can provide you with guidance tailored to your specific situation. Ultimately, knowing your rights under California’s overtime laws empowers you to advocate for fair treatment and just compensation in the workplace.

California Overtime Law Attorneys 

Your time matters. The hours you put into working should count. If you’re here, you’re dealing with an employer who didn’t pay you what they owed you. Our California overtime law attorneys can help. We will defend your rights to overtime compensation. Don’t let this injustice just pass by. Call today for a consultation.

Laws and Statutes

When you work overtime, you should be getting paid more than your hourly rate. It’s commonly called time-and-a-half, because it equals your hourly rate plus half of that. Overtime is anything more than 40 hours in a week. If you’re working more than 40 hours, you are entitled to overtime pay.

Do I Have an Overtime Compensation Claim?

There’s a simple answer to this— if you have been denied proper pay for your overtime hours, then, yes, you probably have a claim. When an employer does not properly pay you for working overtime, they are violating your rights, which are protected under California law. That’s a problem, and you need a good solution. The best way to find out for certain if you have a claim is to talk to a California overtime law attorney.  A lawyer will be able to look at the facts and tell you what you should be doing in terms of legal action.

How Hiring a Lawyer Can Help

 You are probably fed up. This is a frustrating situation. You are owed money and it is not being paid. Odds are you have your own priorities that are eating up your time. You may be wondering how you can possibly ever find justice. How can you going to defend your claim? Easy. Give our office a call. You don’t have to know how these cases work down to the tiniest detail. You can focus on what you need to focus on. We can take care of everything related to your case. This is what we do best. We have dedicated our practice to defending the rights of workers who have been wronged. Our California overtime law attorneys are happy to help you in this hard time. We care about your claim. Give us a call today.

Call Our California Overtime Law Attorneys

You deserve to be paid for the overtime hours you have worked. You don’t deserve to be treated like you aren’t valuable. We care about getting you justice. Contact Myers Law Group today to schedule a free consultation with our experienced California overtime law attorneys. Follow us on Facebook

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