Intuit Faces Penalties for Unpaid Overtime
SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA – A recent investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor revealed that Intuit, a multinational company based in Silicon Valley specializing in payroll and finance software applications, failed to pay over $555,000 in overtime to more than 2,500 employees. This was due to inaccurate payment records and failure to compensate for certain […]
Labor Violations Against Migrants in Subway Franchises
CALIFORNIA – Fast food industry jobs are common among new immigrants in the United States, especially those with limited English skills. An alarming case is that of Khadengra Subedi, a Nepalese father of two, who took a job at Subway to support his family. However, in the nine months he worked there, he never received […]
PAGA Reform in California: What You Need to Know
CALIFORNIA – On June 18, California Governor Gavin Newsom, alongside labor and business groups and legislative leaders, reached an agreement to reform the state’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Here are the key aspects of the PAGA reform and its potential impact on California employers: While these new updates to PAGA reform offer cautious optimism […]
Wage Recovery for Warehouse Workers in San Diego
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – Since 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor has noted a concerning rise in wage theft by warehouse and logistics companies operating near the Mexico border. This troubling trend has been confirmed through three recent investigations in San Diego, resulting in a wage recovery of nearly $840,000 for 32 employees. In some […]
Fines for Dangerous Conditions for Child Workers in LA
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CALIFORNIA – The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a consent judgment in federal court, requiring a meat processor in City of Industry and a staffing agency in Downey to return $327,484 in illegally obtained profits from exploiting child labor. Additionally, the employers must pay $62,516 in fines to the department. The […]
Can I File for Emotional Damages in an Unfair Dismissal Claim?
Being unfairly dismissed from a job can be a deeply distressing experience, affecting not only your employment status but also your mental well-being. An unfair dismissal claim offers a path to seeking justice for those wrongfully terminated. Understanding whether you can claim emotional damages as part of your claim is vital. This blog aims to […]
GM Cruise Fined by California Regulators
CALIFORNIA – General Motors’ autonomous driving unit, known as Cruise, has been sanctioned by California regulators with the maximum fine due to its delay in reporting critical details about an accident involving one of its robotaxis. In October 2023, a Cruise robotaxi struck and dragged a pedestrian, prompting California regulators to revoke the company’s permit […]
Snapchat to Pay Millions in Sexual Harassment Suit
CALIFORNIA – Snap, the parent company of Snapchat, has agreed to pay $15 million to settle claims filed by a California civil rights agency. These accusations include paying women less than men, subjecting female employees to sexual harassment, and retaliating against those who complained. The California Department of Civil Rights announced the settlement in a […]
Amazon Fined $5.9 Million for Labor Conditions
CALIFORNIA – The state of California has fined Amazon $5.9 million, alleging that the e-commerce giant imposed labor conditions that compromised the safety of its warehouse employees. Authorities announced this on Tuesday, June 18, highlighting violations of the state’s Warehouse Quota Law. The citations, issued in May by the California Labor Commissioner’s Office, indicate that […]
How to File Employment Law Violations Claim in California
Are you working in California and are experiencing workplace challenges? Understanding your rights under employment law can help you uphold your rights. Whether it’s issues related to minimum wage, workplace safety, discriminatory practices based on national origin, or other violations, knowing how to address this is essential. Navigating the complexities of employment law can be […]
