Wage and Hour Attorney in Los Angeles

Payment for hours worked is the cornerstone of what the employee – employer relationship is built upon. As mandated by the Federal Law and California Labor Code, all employees deserve to be fairly and fully compensated for their services. However, more often than not a great number of employers violate these wage and hour laws out of ignorance or greed. If your employer has performed labor law violations regarding money owed to you for time spent on the job, Mesriani Law Group can assist you in enforcing your rights. We offer a free consultation for your wage and hour disputes, and we help our clients stand up for their rights to obtain their just compensation. We are employee advocates who work hard to ensure that employers are held accountable for their misconduct.

How a Mesriani Wage and Hour Attorney Can Help

At Mesriani Law Group, our attorneys understand the damaging effect that wage and hour violations have on employees. Often, these unlawful acts are committed to illegally increase profits or cut corners at the expense of hard-working individuals.

With our dedicated legal team, you can rest assured that we will exhaust all options to recover your lost wages and other compensation, assisting you in enforcing your rights and achieving justice.

Ready to take action? Call (310) 826-6300 for a free consultation.

Common Examples of Wage and Hour Violations

Wage and hour violations often stem from a lack of knowledge regarding complex employment laws. Common examples include:

• Unpaid Overtime: Failure to pay the correct rate for worked hours and overtime.

• Off-the-Clock Work: Forcing employees to work while “on-call,” during preparation time (such as setting up equipment), or after their shift has ended.

• Meal and Rest Break Denials: Depriving employees of their legal right to uninterrupted rest and meal periods.

• Misclassification: Wrongly labeling employees as independent contractors or “exempt” to avoid paying benefits or overtime.

• Unreimbursed Expenses: Failure to compensate for work-related travel, mileage, or required tools and gear.

• Final Pay Violations: Withholding outstanding wages, bonuses, or commissions upon the end of employment.

Understanding California Labor Protections

The Foundations of Fair Pay

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and California state laws establish the primary guidelines for your compensation. These laws ensure that employers are held accountable for paying the required minimum wage and providing itemized pay stubs that accurately reflect your total earnings and deductions.

Overtime and Double Time

Under California law, overtime pay is a right for non-exempt employees. Compensation is typically calculated at:

• Time and a Half (1.5x): For work exceeding 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a workweek.

• Double Time (2x): For hours worked beyond 12 in a single workday.

Employer Reimbursement Obligations

In accordance with the California Labor Code, employers are required to reimburse all necessary expenses incurred by the employee in the discharge of their work duties. This includes travel costs, training expenses, and the use of personal equipment for business purposes.

Taking Legal Action

If you have been wronged, you have the right to file a lawsuit in court or submit a claim with California’s Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE).

In many instances, a Class Action Lawsuit is the most effective way to address widespread violations that affect a large number of employees. Our experienced attorneys can help you recover:

• All owed wages (minimum wage, overtime, and commissions).

• Penalties for wrongfully withheld pay.

• Coverage for attorney fees and litigation costs.