Many California employers fail to comply with state and federal wage and hour laws, depriving workers of the income they have rightfully earned. If your employer has failed to pay you properly for your time, rest breaks, or overtime, you have legal rights. Call (949) 379-6250 or contact the Santa Ana employment law attorneys at Aegis Law Firm online to schedule a free and confidential consultation today.

Why Choose Our Santa Ana Wage & Hour Lawyer

Proven Results: Millions recovered for employees in wage theft, unpaid overtime, and misclassification cases.
Employment Law Focus: Over two decades of experience exclusively representing California workers.
No Upfront Fees: You pay nothing unless we win your case.

Common Types of Wage and Hour Violations

Wage and hour violations in Santa Ana occur when an employer fails to follow laws that regulate pay, hours, and working conditions. Common types include:

Failure to pay minimum wage or overtime.
Requiring employees to work “off the clock.”
Misclassifying employees as independent contractors.
Denying meal or rest breaks.
Altering or falsifying time records.
Not paying all wages owed at termination.

Even small pay discrepancies can add up over time, and California law allows employees to recover back pay, interest, and penalties. Violations remain widespread in many industries, including hospitality, healthcare, retail, construction, and office administration.

California Wage and Hour Laws

California’s labor laws are governed by the California Labor Code and the Industrial Welfare Commission (IWC) Wage Orders. These regulations protect employees from unfair wage practices and ensure fair compensation for all hours worked.

Minimum Wage

Under Labor Code §1182.12, California’s minimum wage increases annually based on inflation, and is currently set at $16.50 per hour.

Overtime Pay

Under Labor Code §510(a), non-exempt employees must receive:

1.5 times their regular rate of pay for hours worked over 8 in a day or 40 in a week.
Double their regular rate for hours worked over 12 in a day or over 8 on the seventh consecutive day of a workweek.

Meal and Rest Breaks

According to Labor Code §226.7 and 512, employers must provide:

A 30-minute uninterrupted meal break for shifts over 5 hours.
A second 30-minute meal break for shifts over 10 hours.
A paid 10-minute rest break for every 4 hours worked.

If an employer fails to provide these breaks, the employee is entitled to one additional hour of pay for each missed meal or rest break.

Final Paychecks

Under Labor Code §201–203, employees who are terminated or resign must receive all unpaid wages promptly. Employers who fail to pay final wages on time may owe “waiting time penalties” equal to the employee’s daily wage for up to 30 days.

How a Wage & Hour Lawyer Can Help

A Santa Ana Wage & Hour Lawyer can help you recover the full compensation you are owed by:

Evaluating Your Case: Reviewing pay stubs, time records, and employment agreements to identify violations.
Gathering Evidence: Collecting documentation, witness statements, and digital records to support your claim.
Filing Claims: Pursuing legal action through the California Labor Commissioner or through a private lawsuit.
Negotiating Settlements: Securing fair compensation without unnecessary delays or extended litigation.
Litigating in Court: Representing you in state or federal court when employers refuse to comply with wage laws.

Your wage and hour attorney in Santa Ana will ensure all evidence is preserved, deadlines are met, and your rights are fully protected under California law.

Contact Us Today

Have you experienced unfair pay or a reduction in wages? You have legal rights as an employee in Santa Ana. Call our Santa Ana wage and hour attorneys at (949) 379-6250 or fill out our online form to schedule your free consultation.

Santa Ana Wage & Hour Lawyer