The minimum wage in California, effective January 1, 2025, is $16.50/hour for all employers.
Except as otherwise provided by Section 4650.5, no temporary disability indemnity is recoverable for the disability suffered during the first three days after the employee leaves work as a result of the injury unless temporary disability continues for more than 14 days or the employee is hospitalized as an inpatient ...
To report workplace discrimination or harassment with the California Civil Rights department (CRD), click here. Alternatively, you can file a complaint by mail or call the CRD at 800-884-1684. The CRD will conduct an investigation. If they find a violation, you will have the opportunity to settle with your employer.
Yes. California's workplace laws extend protections against hostile and unsafe work environments, which can include excessive stress and anxiety from having to work in these unsafe conditions.
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.
California employment laws provide a variety of protections for workers, including protection against discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour violations, wrongful termination, and more. Start by understanding the specific laws related to your situation. Keep a detailed record of the issues you're facing.
You can file your claim by email, mail or in person, download a claim form, complete and print it, attach applicable documents and mail to the Labor Commissioner's Office.
California labor laws are renowned for their comprehensive nature, providing many employee protections. However, they primarily apply to individuals who perform work within the state's borders. This includes individuals who physically work in California, regardless of their residency or the location of their employer.
Labor Code section 5401(a) defines first aid as “any one-time treatment and any follow up visit for the purpose of observation of minor scratches, cuts, burns, splinters, or other minor industrial injury, which do not ordinarily require medical care.