No matter where you work, you rely on your paycheck to take care of your family’s needs. If you are not appropriately paid for the hours you have worked, your family may endure financial hardship. If you are battling a wage or hour dispute with your employer, you should know that help is available.
At Hernandez Law, we help clients address wage and hour disputes. We can help you understand your legal rights and the options you have to get the compensation you are legally entitled to.
Common Wage and Hour Disputes
At Hernandez Law, we can help you with a wage and hour dispute related to any of these situations:
An employer fails to classify you as an employee versus a contractor.
You are misclassified as an employee or contractor.
- An employer fails to allow you required rest and meal breaks.
- You are not paid for vacation, sick or personal time that you are legally entitled to.
- Your employer does not reimburse you for work-related expenses.
- You are unpaid or underpaid for hours worked.
- Tips or commission is withheld by your employer.
State and Federal Laws Protect Employees
State and federal laws mandate that employees must be treated fairly. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is the set of federal laws that protects employees from being taken advantage of. In California, the California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement oversees wage and hour claims. California has specific laws that employers must abide by, including:
- Minimum wages
- Overtime
- Rest and meal breaks
- Harassment
- Discrimination
- Reimbursement of Business Expenses
If you are experiencing any of these wage and hour disputes, contact Hernandez Law. Let us help you protect your rights and make sure that you are fairly and legally compensated.
