What Is an On-Duty Meal Period? Is it Legal?
Summary Wondering what is on-duty meal period under California law? It is a paid break where an employee remains responsible for work duties. California allows this arrangement only in limited situations. The job must prevent complete relief from duty, and a valid written agreement that the employee can revoke is generally required. Table of Contents […]
Wage Theft Lawsuit Filed Against Fresno Restaurant
Fresno, California — A recent wage theft lawsuit filed by the Fresno City Attorney’s Office alleges that workers at a now-closed local restaurant were denied wages, overtime, breaks, and gratuities. The case highlights how employee classification and incomplete time records can affect workers’ ability to receive the compensation they earned. The allegations remain subject to […]
One-Hour Premium Pay: How Does It Work in California?
Summary One-hour premium pay may be owed to California employees when employers fail to provide legally required meal or rest breaks. Learn when this additional wage applies, how the amount is calculated, which records can support a claim, and what steps workers can take to recover unpaid wages. Table of Contents Missing a required break […]
Megan Thee Stallion Lawsuit Moves Toward Federal Trial
A former employee’s allegations against rapper Megan Thee Stallion are moving closer to trial after a federal judge allowed several claims to continue. The Megan Thee Stallion lawsuit, filed by former cameraman Emilio Garcia, includes allegations involving unpaid wages, workplace conditions, and California labor violations connected to his employment from 2018 to 2023. Federal Judge […]
Anaheim Marriott Employee Settlement Reaches $3 Million
Anaheim, California — The Anaheim Marriott employee settlement provided nearly $3 million in payments to former hotel workers laid off during the COVID-19 pandemic. The payments followed a state investigation into whether the hotel complied with California’s worker recall requirements. Former Anaheim Marriott Workers Receive Payments Twenty-nine former Anaheim Marriott employees gathered Tuesday to receive […]
Delivery Driver Overtime Appeal Challenges Wage Exemption
Pasadena, California — A dispute over delivery driver overtime has reached the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The case could help clarify when California drivers completing local routes remain connected to interstate commerce and whether they qualify for overtime compensation. Pasadena Court Reviews Delivery Driver Overtime Dispute On July 7, 2026, Jordan Orozco Madero and […]
Meta AI Discrimination Lawsuit Challenges Layoff Process
California — A Meta AI discrimination lawsuit alleges that automated workplace systems unfairly influenced layoff decisions affecting employees who took protected leave. The case highlights growing concerns about how employers use artificial intelligence to evaluate productivity and make workforce decisions. Meta Workers Challenge Layoff Process in California Twenty-six current and former Meta employees filed a […]
What Is ‘At-Will Employment’ — and Its Legal Limits?
Summary California’s at-will employment rule allows employers to end a job without good cause, but not for illegal reasons. This blog explains lawful termination, key exceptions, signs of wrongful termination, the proof needed for a claim, and steps California employees can take if they believe their legal rights were violated at work. Table of Contents […]
California Workplace Meeting Law Faces Federal Review
San Francisco, California – A federal appeals court is reviewing a challenge to California’s workplace meeting law, which limits when employers can require workers to attend meetings involving political, religious, or union-related topics. The case may affect how California employees respond to mandatory workplace communications and what protections apply if they choose not to participate. […]
Minimum Wage Increases Across SoCal Starting July 1
California – The minimum wage is increasing in several Southern California cities and counties beginning July 1, giving many workers a higher hourly rate. While California already raised its statewide minimum wage earlier this year, local ordinances in some communities now require employers to pay even higher wages. Minimum Wage Rates Rise Across Southern California […]
