Different performance reviews, disciplinary actions, or assignments compared to similarly qualified colleagues. This unfair treatment can lead to legal remedies under California law. Offensive jokes, derogatory comments, unwelcome physical contact, or demands related to a protected characteristic.
Most California workers must receive the following breaks: An uninterrupted 30-minute unpaid meal break when working more than five hours in a day. An additional 30-minute unpaid meal break when working more than 12 hours in a day.
You can file your claim by email, mail or in person, download a claim form, complete and print it, attach applicable documents and mail to the Labor Commissioner's Office. The claim forms and instructions can be downloaded and printed in multiple languages.
Labor Laws File a wage claim and learn about labor rights. Report labor law violations. File a retaliation or discrimination complaint. Contact the Labor Commissioner's Office at 1-844-522-6734 or EmploymentStatus@dir.ca.
If you need help with this, give us a call at (213) 992-3299. We can ensure your complaints are filed with the correct DLSE office. After your complaint is filed, you will receive a notice of conference from the labor board, typically in 3 to 12 months.
You can file your claim by email, mail or in person, download a claim form, complete and print it, attach applicable documents and mail to the Labor Commissioner's Office.
If an employee in California clocks in for work before their scheduled start time with permission from their employer, it generally shouldn't pose an issue. California labor law allows for flexible clock-in practices when authorized by the employer.
Labor Laws File a wage claim and learn about labor rights. Report labor law violations. File a retaliation or discrimination complaint. Contact the Labor Commissioner's Office at 1-844-522-6734 or EmploymentStatus@dir.ca.