Understanding California’s Strict Wage Theft Enforcement

July 09, 2026 | From HRCalifornia Extra

by Mike McCluskey, Senior Technical Editor, CalChamber

Federal, state and local laws regulating employee pay and hours of work can overwhelm employers, but knowing the ins-and-outs of wage-and-hour law — and applying that knowledge effectively — will pay off in the long term by reducing employers’ chances of facing costly litigation or government citations. One area of particular concern — an area that California enforcement agencies vigorously target — is “wage theft.”

  • ​​

    Preview​

    This premium content is for our members. For immediate access, join online or by phone at 800-331-8877. Or Start a Free Trial Now for 7 days.

    Already a Member? Sign In Below.

Sign In
Remember Email