Violations Surrounding Meal and Rest Breaks
Employees are often forced to eat while working, take late breaks, or skip meals entirely. The state requires employers to give you a 30-minute meal break during shifts lasting longer than five hours and a 10-minute rest break every four hours.
We frequently represent employees who have dealt with meal and rest break violations. Our pay and hour dispute attorneys in Pasadena could help you identify patterns of behavior even if you do not have perfect time records. Testimony from coworkers and internal communications often provides all the evidence we need.
Misclassification and Unpaid Wages
Some companies label workers as independent contractors or exempt employees to avoid their legal obligations. While misclassification allows employers to deny you overtime, benefits, and other rights, most workers qualify as employees under the state’s ABC test.
If your employer controls your schedule, provides your tools, and directs your job performance, you are likely an employee. If you suffer from misclassification, one of our attorneys may help you file a claim through the California Labor Commissioner or pursue a civil lawsuit for damages.
Recoverable compensation may include:
- Unpaid wages and overtime
- Interest on unpaid wages
- Waiting time penalties
- Attorney’s fees and costs
By filing a claim, you not only recover what you are owed but you also discourage future exploitation. Our Pasadena trial lawyers are not afraid to challenge large employers or corporate legal teams over wage and hour violations. We have successfully handled claims for workers dealing with the same mistreatment you face, helping them recover substantial back pay.
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