Some employers use a practice called “time rounding,” which adjusts an employee’s clock-in and clock-out times to the nearest preset increment—usually to the nearest five, ten, or fifteen minutes. While this might sound harmless, improper rounding can lead to wage theft and unpaid work over time.   If your employer has recorded your work time...

Getting your paycheck on time is your legal right. If your employer is consistently paying you late, or has missed a paycheck entirely, an Orange county wage and hour attorney can help you take these steps to protect yourself. Schedule your free consultation today. Steps to Take If You’re Paid Late Document everything. Keep...

California law requires that employers reimburse employees for certain travel-related expenses incurred while performing work duties. That includes mileage reimbursement when employees incur legitimate business travel costs using personal vehicles If you have not been reimbursed by your employer for travel-related expenses while performing word duties, contact our Orange County wage and hour lawyer...

Predictive scheduling laws protect workers from last-minute schedule changes that disrupt their lives and reduce their income. These rules apply most often in industries where employees face unstable hours, such as retail, hospitality, and food service. In California, predictive scheduling is not yet a statewide mandate, but several cities have enacted strong local ordinances. ...

California’s health care worker minimum wage law sets a new standard for industry-specific wage protection. It ensures that essential workers—from nurses to food service employees—receive fair pay while supporting retention in an industry facing staffing shortages.  If you are a California health care worker receiving unfair wages, contact our Orange County wage and hour...