In general, when an individual resides in California, they are subject to California's comprehensive and protective labor laws regardless of where their employer is located. California laws also apply to those who are legal residents of other states but are working in California.
File a wage claim and learn about labor rights. Report labor law violations. File a retaliation or discrimination complaint. You may call 833-LCO-INFO (833-526-4636), or visit the office nearest you – search by alphabetical listing of cities, locations, and communities.
Starting January 1, 2024, employers must provide at least 40 hours or five days off each year to most workers.
File a wage claim and learn about labor rights. Report labor law violations. File a retaliation or discrimination complaint. You may call 833-LCO-INFO (833-526-4636), or visit the office nearest you – search by alphabetical listing of cities, locations, and communities.
File a wage claim and learn about labor rights. Report labor law violations. File a retaliation or discrimination complaint. You may call 833-LCO-INFO (833-526-4636), or visit the office nearest you – search by alphabetical listing of cities, locations, and communities.
If you wish to report a widespread violation of labor law by your employer or a violation affecting multiple employees, please contact LETF via phone, online lead referral form or email: Call the LETF Public hotline anytime: 855 297 5322. Complete the Online Form / Spanish Form. Email us at letf@dir.ca.
How Do I Contact the Labor Board in California? To contact the DLSE, call 833-LCO-INFO (833-526-4636). You may also visit the DLSE webpage to determine DLSE business hours, find local office addresses, or visit an office nearest you.
On July 15, 2024, Governor Newsom signed AB 1870, which amends Labor Code section 3550. The amendment requires that workers' compensation notices in the workplace include information concerning an injured employee's ability to consult a licensed attorney to advise them of their rights under workers' compensation laws.
On January 1, 2024, California's minimum wage will increase to $16.00 per hour regardless of employer size. Minimum salaries for California's white-collar exemptions, which must be equivalent to “no less than two times the state minimum wage for full-time employment”, will also increase.