Employment law attorney Neil Shouse of Shouse California Law Group explains the strong employee rights protections in California. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/ca/blog/employee-rights-in-california/ or call 1-877-SUE-MY-BOSS for a free consultation. Employee Rights in California | Shouse California Law Group The state has some of the most worker-friendly labor laws in the country, covering wages, overtime pay, meal and rest breaks, workplace safety, and protection from discrimination and retaliation. California’s minimum wage is currently at least $16 per hour, with some cities setting even higher rates. Employees must be paid overtime if they work more than eight hours in a day or 40 hours in a week. Employers are also required to provide proper meal and rest breaks, and failing to do so can result in penalties. Additionally, employees are protected from wrongful termination, harassment, and discrimination. Workers have the right to report illegal employer practices without fear of retaliation. If you believe your rights have been violated, we can help. Contact us for a free consultation at (877) SUE-MY-BOSS. If you or a loved one has had your rights violated by your employer we invite you to contact us at Shouse Law Group. We can provide a free consultation in office or by phone. We have local offices in Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, Pasadena, Long Beach, Orange County, Ventura, San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, San Diego, Sacramento, Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose and throughout California.