Wages and Salaries

Wage and Hour Law: Definitions of TermsThis section defines some of the key terms used in wage and hour law.  More »

Minimum WageCalifornia’s minimum wage is $8.00 per hour and the federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour.  More »

Split Shift PayA split shift is any two distinct work periods separated by more than a one-hour meal period.  More »

Shift Differential PayThough many employers choose to pay a small premium, called a “shift differential,” to employees who work swing, graveyard or other less desirable shifts, no law requires you to pay a shift differential.  More »

Reporting Time PayReporting time pay is designed to discourage you from requiring employees to report to a job unless there is work to be done. You must pay reporting time pay in a number of circumstances.  More »

On-Call and Standby PayIf you require an employee to stay at home or at work on an on-call or standby status, that time may qualify as hours worked.   More »

Power Outage PayThis page explains how to pay employees during rolling blackouts or power failures.  More »

Timely PaymentIn addition to paying the correct amount of compensation to employees, you are expected to pay it on time and in the manner required by law.  More »

Expense ReimbursementsYou must reimburse employees for all monies that they necessarily expend or lose, directly related to performing their duties or following your directions.  More »

Form of Wage PaymentAll paychecks must be payable in cash, on demand and without discount at some established place of business in the state, the name and address of which must appear on the paycheck.   More »

Wage and Hour Requirements for Specific IndustriesThis section discusses wage and hour requirements for specific jobs and industries.  More »