Employers in San Diego have a legal obligation to pay their employees fair wages and comply with state and federal wage and hour laws. However, despite their best efforts, employers may face legal action from employees who claim they were not paid properly. Wage and hour claims can be costly, time-consuming, and damaging to an employer's reputation. Therefore, it is essential for San Diego employers to have a strong legal defense and expert counsel when facing a wage and hour claim. At our San Diego employment law firm, we understand the complexities of wage and hour laws and the impact they can have on employers. Our experience can help you develop a solid defense strategy to protect your business and mitigate the risks associated with wage and hour claims.
Wage and hour claims arise when an employee alleges that their employer violated the California Labor Code by not paying them the correct amount for their wages or overtime. Some of the most common wage and hour violations include:
Employers facing wage and hour claims may have various defenses, depending on the circumstances of the claim. Some of the most common defenses include:
Accurate Record Keeping: Employers can argue that they kept accurate records of their employees' hours worked and wages paid. Accurate record-keeping can help employers prove that they complied with wage and hour laws.
Exempt Status: Employers can argue that the employee was exempt from overtime because they met the criteria for an exempt employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) or California law.
Employers facing wage and hour claims need skilled legal representation to protect their interests and defend their businesses. Our San Diego employment law firm has extensive experience representing employers in wage and hour claims and other employment law matters.
If you are facing a wage and hour claim, our San Diego employment law firm can help. We provide skilled legal representation to employers in a wide range of employment law matters, including wage and hour lawsuits. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help
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