How Much Can You Sue an Employer for Misclassification in California?
Key Takeaways Statutory penalties under LC 226.8 range from $5,000 to $15,000 for first-time violations and $10,000 to $25,000 for pattern violations, assessed per misclassified worker Back pay recovery includes all unpaid wages, overtime (at 1.5x and 2x rates), meal and rest break premiums, and unreimbursed business expenses PAGA penalties add $100 per employee per […]
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