Helping Employees Resolve Minimum Wage Issues

In California, the minimum wage is set by law at $11 per hour for businesses with more than 25 employees, and $10.50 per hour for businesses with 25 or fewer workers. If you are being paid less than minimum wage, you may be entitled to back pay and other damages from your employer.

At The Law Offices of Scott A. Miller, APC, our attorneys represent employees in Los Angeles County and throughout California. We have extensive experience handling class action suits when the rights of multiple employees in a workplace are being violated. If you have concerns about minimum wage at your place of employment, call us at (818) 788-8081

I Agreed To Be Paid Less Than Minimum Wage. Do I Have A Claim?

Yes. Employers and employees cannot enter into a contract where the employee will be paid less than minimum wage, even if the employee agrees to this type of proposal. If you have agreed to take a job that pays you less than what is required by law, you should seek legal counsel as soon as possible.

My Employer Pays Me The Federal Minimum Wage. Is This Legal?

No. The federal minimum wage is set at $7.25 per hour. This is considered the “floor” for minimum wage. In other words, states cannot set their minimum wage rates at anything less than what is established by the federal government. However, states are free to set their rates higher than those established by the federal government, which California has done. In addition, cities and municipalities may set even higher minimum wage rates, which generally must be honored by employers in those cities.

Are There Exceptions To Minimum Wage Laws?

Yes. Minimum wage rules do not apply to certain workers, including those who are considered outside salespeople and independent contractors. Minimum wage laws also do not apply to exempt employees, who are paid a salary as opposed to an hourly rate. However, it is important to note that employers may improperly classify workers in an effort to get around minimum wage laws. If there are any concerns about your employment classification, you should seek advice from a lawyer.

Are You A Victim Of Minimum Wage Violations? Contact Us.

If you believe that you are being paid less than minimum wage, we would like to hear from you. Call us at (818) 788-8081 or contact us online to schedule an initial consultation with our attorneys.

We represent clients in Bakersfield, El Centro, Fresno, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Oakland, Redding, Sacramento, Salinas, San Bernardino, Oakland, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Ana, Santa Barbara, Santa Rosa, Stockton, Van Nuys and throughout California.

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CONTACT AN EMPLOYMENT LAW ATTORNEY

Employment law can be complicated. However, if you feel that your employer owes you wages, then we want to hear from you. It’s that simple. To learn more about wage and hour class actions, and the other legal services we provide, call (818) 788-8081. You may also contact us online to schedule an appointment.