California Wage and Hour Attorneys

Not Paid Fairly?
We Can Help

California workers have a right to be paid for every hour they work. If your employer has withheld pay, misclassified your role, or violated state wage laws, we can help you recover what you're owed.

Find Out What You’re Owed

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$23,783,845

Premise Liability

$5,000,000

Premise Liability

$4,500,000

Sexual Harassment

$4,000,000

Racial Discrimination

$2,375,000

Sexual Discrimination

$2,000,000

Disability Discrimination

$1,962,500

Wrongful Death

$1,875,000

Gender Discrimination

Understand the Law

California Protects Your Right to Fair Pay

The California Labor Code sets strict standards for how and when employees must be paid. This includes minimum wage, overtime, rest breaks, meal periods, and proper classification. When employers violate these laws, workers are entitled to compensation.

We help workers recover pay for:

  • Off-the-clock work
  • Missed meal and rest breaks
  • Unpaid overtime
  • Misclassification as exempt or as independent contractors
  • Late or unpaid final paychecks
  • Failure to provide itemized wage statements

These violations often happen in warehouses, construction, manufacturing, retail, and other blue-collar jobs. Even if your employer claims you are “exempt” or on salary, you may still be protected.

Employee Lawyers works with clients to calculate what they are owed and pursue full recovery under California law. We offer free consultations and take cases on contingency.

We Take Action

Legal Support for Wage and Hour Violations

Our firm represents workers across California in individual and group claims for unpaid wages and labor code violations. These cases can involve significant financial harm, especially when workers are underpaid for months or years.

We help with:

  • Filing claims with the Labor Commissioner or in court
  • Class action lawsuits for systemic wage theft
  • Gathering timesheets, schedules, and wage statements
  • Negotiating settlements or going to trial when necessary
  • Protecting clients from retaliation for speaking up

Why clients choose Employee Lawyers:

  • Direct access to experienced employment attorneys
  • Clear answers and honest legal advice
  • No upfront fees. We only get paid if you win
  • Services available in English and Spanish
  • Track record of recovering unpaid wages for California workers

If your employer failed to follow wage and hour laws, we’re ready to help you recover what you’re owed and hold them accountable.

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.

Bilingual
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.

Client Stories

California Employees We’ve Helped


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