The California Labor Commissioner’s Office recently underwent training aimed at resolving workplace disputes before a formal hearing takes place, which is a positive move for employees and employers looking to settle claims quickly and amicably.
The bulk of the agency’s complaints involve wage and hour claims such as unpaid or underpaid overtime, minimum wage violations, and unpaid meal and rest breaks. Low-wage workers living paycheck to paycheck need a fast resolution. Likewise, employers that are trying to do right by their employees appreciate the opportunity to quickly correct any violations, according to lawyers who routinely handle these cases.
