Is my employer allowed to take 30 mins off my time each day because I signed a break waiver?

What you have described is illegal. The employer may not unilaterally deduct time worked from employee time records. You must be paid for all hours...

Generally employees in California have the right to be paid twice a month. See California Labor Code section 204.

Is an agreement between employer and employee that employee will not be paid overtime considered valid and enforceable?

An agreement to waive overtime is generally NOT enforceable under California law. California Labor Code section 1194(a) provides: "(a)...

Recieving my final paycheck?

Yes the 72 hour rule applies if you worked at a private employer, including Applebee's. There is some uncertainty over when the final paycheck is...

Is it legal ?

This certainly sounds illegal. If you take a 30-minute meal period the employer cannot deduct those 30 minutes plus an extra 30 minutes. You must...

You might have a case for pregnancy discrimination and/or wrongful termination, but more facts would be needed to assess your case. Speak to an...

My employer requires us to arrive early to work but won’t allow us to clock in until our scheduled time. Is this legal?

This is illegal. If you are required to arrive 10 minutes before your "start time" and you do so, you must be paid from the time you arrive. This...

Our employee doesn't want to take a lunch break when working a short day. Is this okay?

First, you should be commended for your commitment to adhering to California's labor laws. If your employee worked the 5.5 hours then you must...

My wife and I are property managers for some apartments, and we were promised to receive pay can we go to the labor board?

As Mr. Pedersen stated, it sounds like your employer has violated the law in multiple ways. You should contact an employment lawyer for a...

I agree with Mr. Pedersen. The relevant question is, are you exempt or non-exempt? Just because you're paid a "salary" does not mean you are...