Bay Area Taqueria Fined and Ordered to Pay Workers $45K for Wage Violations

For many restaurant workers, long hours and physically demanding tasks are part of the job. However, some endure another layer of hardship when employers fail to pay legally required wages. Wage theft…

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A recent federal investigation into a Walnut Creek taqueria highlights how wage violations occur and what employees can do to protect their rights.

Bay Area Taqueria Fined and Ordered to Pay Workers $45K for Wage Violations

For many restaurant workers, long hours and physically demanding tasks are part of the job. However, some endure another layer of hardship when employers fail to pay legally required wages. Wage theft…

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Recent lawsuits filed by two former employees of Pandora Karaoke & Bar, a well-known karaoke lounge near Union Square, highlighting labor law violations.

San Francisco Karaoke Bar Accused of Taking Tips and Retaliating Against Staff

San Francisco’s nightlife thrives on bars, clubs and entertainment venues that attract both locals and tourists. However, behind the scenes, workers in the hospitality industry often face challenges that go unnoticed by…

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One recent case involving a San Francisco-based grocery chain underscores how wage violations can occur even in well-regarded businesses.

San Francisco’s Bi-Rite Grocery Chain Sued Over Alleged Wage Violations

Wage theft remains a serious issue in California workplaces across various industries, leaving employees without the pay they have rightfully earned. Many workers depend on their wages to cover rent, groceries and…

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The secretive, all-male private club has been accused of wage theft and denying workers legally mandated breaks.

Former Cook at Secretive Club in San Francisco Alleges Wage Theft and Break Violations

Labor disputes can occur at any workplace in California, but those involving high-profile organizations often draw more attention. San Francisco’s exclusive Bohemian Club is again under scrutiny for employment violations. The secretive,…

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Humphry Slocombe, a well-known Bay Area ice cream company, is facing a class-action lawsuit over multiple wage and hour violations. Filed by former delivery driver Alfonso Martinez, the complaint alleges a pattern of wage violations and interrupted meal breaks.

Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream Delivery Drivers Sue Over Unpaid Wages and Denied Breaks

California labor laws are designed to protect employees’ rights to fair pay and proper breaks across all workplaces. However, many workers still find themselves in difficult situations where their rights are overlooked…

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A recent lawsuit filed by San Francisco’s City Attorney centers on the ongoing issue of worker misclassification in the gig economy.

WorkWhile Lawsuit Highlights Worker Misclassification in California’s Gig Economy

A recent lawsuit filed by San Francisco’s City Attorney centers on the ongoing issue of worker misclassification in the gig economy. WorkWhile, a staffing agency that connects gig workers with jobs across…

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In San Francisco, Subway sandwich franchises have come under fire for alleged wage theft, prompting an investigation by the California Labor Commissioner’s Office.

Underpaid and Overworked: Subway Workers in San Francisco Seek Justice for Wage Theft

Wage theft is a growing problem across California, especially in industries where low-wage workers are often unaware of their rights or don’t know where to turn for help. In recent years, the…

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Wage theft is on the rise in California, with billions of dollars lost each year due to minimum wage violations, a study has found.

Research Reveals Wage Theft is Rising in California: What Workers Need to Know

Wage theft is on the rise in California, with billions of dollars lost each year due to minimum wage violations, a study has found. Additionally, many cases of unpaid wages go unreported…

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