What are the requirements for overtime pay?
In California, overtime pay is required when an employee works more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week. Employees must be paid 1.5 times their regular wage for any hours worked in excess of the daily or weekly limit. For example, if an employee earns $14 an hour, they must be paid $21 an hour for all overtime hours worked. California employers must also pay certain employees double-time pay for any hours over 12 hours in a day. This applies to employees who are not exempt from overtime pay. For example, if an employee earns $15 an hour, they would be paid $30 an hour for any time worked over 12 hours in a single day. The California Labor Commissioner has the authority to investigate and enforce violations of California’s labor laws, including those related to overtime pay. Some employees who have been denied overtime wages may also bring a claim in civil court. Employers cannot discourage or prohibit an employee from exercising their right to bring a claim for unpaid wages. Employees should keep track of their hours worked and talk to their employer if they feel they have not been properly paid for overtime hours. It is important to understand the requirements under California law about overtime pay and take necessary steps to ensure that employers are complying with these requirements.
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