A PAGA case allows employees to seek civil penalties for California labor law violations under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
PAGA claims may involve unpaid overtime, missed meal and rest breaks, wage statement violations, unpaid wages, employee misclassification, and other violations of the California Labor Code.
Successful PAGA cases help hold employers accountable for labor law violations while supporting the enforcement of workplace protections throughout California.
Yes. PAGA claims often involve labor law violations affecting multiple employees within the same workplace or organization.
A PAGA claim seeks civil penalties for Labor Code violations on behalf of affected employees and the State of California, while a class action lawsuit primarily seeks compensation for the employees themselves.
Yes. Employers may face PAGA penalties for violations involving unpaid overtime, missed breaks, off-the-clock work, inaccurate wage statements, and other wage and hour violations.
Evidence may include pay stubs, schedules, time records, payroll records, employee statements, company policies, and documentation of labor law violations.
Employers found responsible for Labor Code violations may face civil penalties, unpaid wage liability, attorneys’ fees, and other legal consequences.
Employees may pursue PAGA claims to address ongoing workplace violations, seek penalties authorized by law, and help enforce California labor protections.
Remedy Law Group represents California employees in complex PAGA matters involving wage violations, payroll disputes, Labor Code violations, and other workplace compliance issues.