As an employee, you have the right to oppose or report discrimination, harassment, and other illegal activities in the workplace without retaliation from your employer.
California law allows employees to file claims for labor code violations within 3 years for most labor code violations. This means you can seek compensation for violations that occurred at any job you held in the past three years. If you believe your rights have been violated, it is essential to act promptly to preserve your ability to file a claim. Contact The Law Office of Michael Hailu to discuss your case and ensure you meet the filing deadlines.
A meal break of at least 30 minutes for work periods over 5 hours. Employees must be relieved of all duties during this break. If an employer fails to provide a proper meal break, they may be liable for one hour of wages per missed break, plus legal fees. The Law Office of Michael Hailu can help you recover unpaid wages and penalties.
A 10-minute rest period for every 4 hours worked. Employees must be free from all duties during these breaks. Employers who fail to provide rest breaks are also liable for one hour of wages per missed break.
On-Duty Meal Breaks: On-duty meal breaks are only allowed when:
California has strict wage and hour regulations designed to protect employees
If you are not receiving the minimum wage, you can file a claim for unpaid wages.
Employees must be paid 1.5 times their regular rate for hours worked beyond 8 per day or 40 per week. For work exceeding 12 hours in a day, the overtime rate increases to double time. The Law Office of Michael Hailu can assist you in recovering unpaid overtime wages.
Wages must be paid at least twice a month. If your employer fails to pay you on time, you may be entitled to penalties.
Working in an environment where racial discrimination is tolerated can be challenging. Forms of racial discrimination include slurs, jokes, physical intimidation, and preferential treatment of certain racial groups. The Law Office of Michael Hailu can help you navigate the legal process and seek justice for workplace discrimination.
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and California Family Rights Act (CFRA) protect employees who need time off for serious medical conditions or family responsibilities, such as caring for a newborn, a sick family member, or recovering from personal health issues. Unfortunately, employers may sometimes unlawfully deny leave or retaliate against employees exercising their rights. We provide guidance to help you understand your rights, address disputes, and protect your employment. Reach out to us to discuss your situation and explore your legal options.
Employers can generally fire employees for any reason, except when it violates California or federal law. If an employer unlawfully terminates an employee, the employee can sue for compensation and benefits. Illegal reasons for termination include:
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