As of January 1, 2008 the new California minimum wage has gone into effect. The minimum wage increased from $7.50 to $8.00 per hour. This means for any job you must be receiving at a minimum, no less than $8.00 per hour. But what if your employer hasn’t changed your rate from $7.50? Are you receiving all that you are supposed to? You should double check that pay stub. Sometimes smaller employers aren’t even aware that the law has changed, and for construction work or small independent jobs, you may still be getting a lower rate. California law and Federal law protect your wages. You can sue to receive your back wages owed to you. This may or may not be enough for a case with an attorney; sometimes you can do it yourself.

What if you find that you are owed a significant amount of money? You should start by calling for a free consultation regarding your lost wages. Lost wages can include discrepancies in the amount per hour, not getting paid for meal and work breaks, and overtime pay. Keep your pay stubs, and if at all possible, a record of your hours and breaks. If you are located in California and you notice that you are being cheated out of your rightful pay, call to speak with one of our experienced employment lawyers today. The Law Offices of Law Offices of David H. Greenberg at 1-800-252-9776 are waiting for your call today.