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Los Angeles · Representing California employees
Wage & Hour Claims
We handle claims involving unpaid wages, unpaid overtime, minimum wage violations, off-the-clock work, improper deductions, inaccurate pay statements, and employee misclassification.
Request a free initial consultationUnderstanding the issue
Wage claims can involve unpaid work, overtime, deductions, or pay records that do not match actual hours. Overtime eligibility depends on the applicable rules and exemptions, not simply on whether an employer calls someone salaried.
A useful review compares actual duties, time worked, and pay received. We look at recurring patterns as well as particular pay periods, including work performed before clocking in or after clocking out.
What we review
- Daily duties and how work time was recorded
- Pay rate, overtime entries, and deductions
- Instructions to work outside recorded hours
What to prepare
- Pay statements and timecards for representative periods
- Work schedules and personal time notes
- Offer letters, pay agreements, and relevant instructions
Frequently asked questions
Does a salary automatically eliminate overtime rights?
No. The exemption analysis can depend on actual duties, compensation, and other legal requirements.
What if my time records are incomplete?
Bring available pay statements, schedules, and a clear account of typical workdays. Identify estimates as estimates rather than presenting them as exact records.
Consultation and timing
Filing deadlines depend on the claim and procedure. Tell us about an approaching deadline, agency notice, or signature request when contacting us. Requesting a consultation does not extend a deadline or establish an attorney-client relationship.
This page provides general information, not advice for a specific case or a guarantee of an outcome.
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Discuss the facts and possible next steps in a free initial consultation.