California Unpaid Overtime Lawyers

If You Worked Extra Hours, You Deserve to Be Paid

California workers are protected by strict overtime laws. If your employer failed to pay you fairly, we can help you recover unpaid wages, penalties, and compensation.

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$4,500,000

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$4,000,000

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Sexual Discrimination

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Understand Your Rights

California Has Strong Overtime Laws

Under California Labor Code, non-exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay when they work:

  • More than 8 hours in a single workday
  • More than 40 hours in a workweek
  • 7 consecutive days in a workweek
  • More than 12 hours in a single day (double time)

Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times your regular rate, or 2 times in some cases. If your employer refuses to pay or tries to avoid overtime by altering timesheets, misclassifying your role, or asking you to work off the clock, you may have a legal claim.

Common overtime violations include:

  • Working through breaks without compensation
  • Being told to clock out but continue working
  • Being classified as “exempt” when you are not
  • Missing pay for late-night or weekend shifts
  • Denied double-time pay after long shifts

Employee Lawyers helps workers across California recover the overtime pay they have earned. This includes penalties, interest, and back wages. We can evaluate your situation and explain your next steps with no upfront costs.

Get the Compensation You’re Owed

Legal Help for Unpaid Overtime Claims

We represent workers from many industries, including warehouses, construction, healthcare, and retail. If your employer shorted your overtime, we can help. Our firm focuses on serious wage violations that impact your financial stability and job security.

We help with:

  • Reviewing time records and employer practices
  • Filing claims with the Labor Commissioner or in court
  • Calculating unpaid wages, interest, and penalties
  • Representing individuals and groups in class action claims
  • Protecting you from retaliation after filing a claim

Why clients choose Employee Lawyers:

  • You speak directly with an experienced employment attorney
  • No upfront fees. You only pay if we win your case
  • Clear, strategic legal advice tailored to your situation
  • Legal services are available in English and Spanish
  • We have proven results in wage recovery cases

If your employer failed to pay for your overtime, contact us today. You may be entitled to significant compensation, and we are ready to help you recover it.

We Take Employment Law Personally

Direct Attorney Access

From day one, you’ll speak with a real attorney who understands your case and guides you through every step.

Selective Case Intake

We only take on cases where we know we can make a difference. That means more focus and firepower for every client.

Employment Law Focus

From harassment and discrimination to complex class actions, we know California labor law and how to apply it.

Proven Litigation Experience

We’ve gone up against major corporations and defense firms. We build strong cases and fight smart.

Community-Driven Practice

We care about the people we serve and give back through support of local organizations and workers’ causes.

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Legal Support

We offer legal services in both English and Spanish to better serve our community.

Who We Are

Driven by Values.
Focused on Results.

Employee Lawyers is a California-based law firm focused on protecting workers from discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and other job-related violations. 

Our team combines big-firm experience with the personal attention of a boutique practice. We take a selective, client-first approach. Every client gets direct access to their attorney, honest guidance, and a strategy built around results.

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California Employees We’ve Helped


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