Everything You Need to Know About Wage and Hour Issues in 2019

We live in a fast-paced world where lawmakers pass new laws so often that it’s getting difficult to keep track. It’s not surprising that so many California employees who have become victims of wage fraud are not even aware of their rights and the potential wage and hour issues in the state. Today, our Los… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Wage and Hour Issues in 2019

Will I Get Paid During The Government Shutdown In 2018? And Can I Get Fired?

So as you may have heard, the U.S. government officially entered a partial shutdown on Saturday, December 22. And regardless of whether you are a federal worker or are employed in the private sector, the question “Will I get paid during the government shutdown?” has definitely crossed your mind once or twice in the past… Continue reading Will I Get Paid During The Government Shutdown In 2018? And Can I Get Fired?

California Brother And Sister Charged With Wage Fraud

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has brought fraud charges against two people, a brother, and a sister. Enrique Vera is the owner of Ultimate Inc. and his sister, Gloria Vera, is the company’s office manager. Enrique Vera faces four felony counts of workers’ compensation fraud and three felony counts of grand theft of… Continue reading California Brother And Sister Charged With Wage Fraud

Piece-Based Work And Productivity Pay: When Is It Illegal For Employers To Pay Their Employees By The Task?

You may be surprised how common it is for employers in California to offer their employees compensation based on piecework, or, in other words, productivity pay. Employers in various industries use this approach to pay their employees, but in many cases, productivity pay amounts to minimum wage and overtime violations. And the most bizarre part… Continue reading Piece-Based Work And Productivity Pay: When Is It Illegal For Employers To Pay Their Employees By The Task?

Does The New Standard For Classifying California Workers As Independent Contractors Apply Retroactively?

Earlier this year, the California Supreme Court introduced new restrictions with respect to classifying workers as independent contractors, but one thing remains uncertain: do these new restrictions apply retroactively? This is the question our Los Angeles wage fraud attorney from JML Law has been hearing over and over again since May 1, when the Supreme… Continue reading Does The New Standard For Classifying California Workers As Independent Contractors Apply Retroactively?

Reporting Underground Businesses In California: Tax Evasion, Wage Fraud, And Other Violations

If you are “employed” in underground business, or, in other words, a company operating outside the law, you may be wondering if it makes any sense to report underground businesses in California if your employer failed to protect you from occupational hazards, committed wage fraud, or in any other way violated federal and state regulations.… Continue reading Reporting Underground Businesses In California: Tax Evasion, Wage Fraud, And Other Violations

Is Your Employer Paying You In Cash? It May Be A Sign That He Is Committing Wage Fraud

Many businesses pay their employees in cash. And while this is not necessarily a sign that your employer is doing something illegal, employers who pay their employees in cash are more likely to commit wage and hour violations. Some businesses do most of their selling with cash, which is not a big surprise that many… Continue reading Is Your Employer Paying You In Cash? It May Be A Sign That He Is Committing Wage Fraud

Fair Pay Or Court – The Employees Fight Back

The unemployment rate is currently at record low levels, which is a great thing. More and more people are able to find jobs that let them support themselves and their families. Unfortunately, sometimes employees are not treated fairly when it comes to their salary. Wage fraud is a serious crime in California and at JML… Continue reading Fair Pay Or Court – The Employees Fight Back

Filing A Wage Fraud Claim In California: Which Is The Best Option To Recover Money?

If you are reading this, chances are you can no longer put up with your employer’s empty promises to pay you or in any other way stop violating wage and hour laws. Luckily, you have multiple options to recover your hard-earned money and ensure that violations like these will never repeat again. A rule of… Continue reading Filing A Wage Fraud Claim In California: Which Is The Best Option To Recover Money?