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For over 10 years, KJT Law Group has protected the rights of employees in California. If your workplace failed to pay you a fair wage or did not pay you for every hour worked, we can help you seek compensation.
Our Pasadena wage and hour claims attorneys can fight for the money your employer owes you and seek additional damages. Contact us today to learn more about your legal options during a consulta gratuita y confidencial.
How Our Pasadena Wage and Hour Claims Attorneys Can Fight for You
En KJT Law Group, tratamos a cada cliente como si fuera el único. Our firm is not a mill, and we deliberately limit our caseload so we can focus on service. While other practices refer cases out, we try them—and we have a winning track record.
We believe that no case is too small and no odds are too daunting. Our team rolls up its sleeves and gets to work. At every stage, we tailor our strategy to your individual needs and goals.
Nuestro Pasadena abogados de derecho laboral handle all types of wage and hour disputes, including those involving:
- Failure to pay earned wages
- Minimum wage violations
- Violaciones del tiempo
- Underpayment or partial payment
- Failure to accurately pay you as a tipped employee
- Failure to tip you out
- Misclassification of your employment status
Recoverable Wage and Hour Claims Compensation
Our goal is to secure every cent your employer owes you, as well as the maximum compensation possible for other recoverable damages. Our Pasadena wage and hour claims lawyer can seek the following denied wages:
- Unpaid wages
- Unpaid tips
- Unpaid time and a half for overtime hours
- Time worked during denied rest or meal breaks
- Gaps between your wages and California’s required minimum wage
- Gaps between your wages and your contractually guaranteed earnings
In addition, an employment lawyer can pursue compensation for:
- Back pay for denied wages and employment benefits
- Front pay until you find equal employment (if you do not return to your current employer)
- Reinstatement of your job (if applicable)
- Damages stemming from employer retaliation or a Terminación incorrecta
- Mental anguish and emotional suffering
- Costes legales
Our Successful Wage and Hour Case Results
We have recovered significant awards for employees whose wage and hour rights were violated. Our Resultados de caso Incluye :
Our Positive Client Testimonials
Achieving results is paramount, but we also want you to feel respected, heard, and supported when working with our law firm. Read what previous clients have to say about their experiences with KJT Law Group:
“KJT Law Group has an amazing team. Throughout the whole process, I felt that they really cared about me and my case, which I am very thankful for.” -Anna K.
“My case settled for more than I ever expected. These guys know their stuff. I would definitely recommend their services!!!” -Aren B.
To learn more about how we can serve you and fight to protect your rights, contact KTJ Law Group now for a Consulta gratuita.
How Our Pasadena Wage and Hour Claims Lawyer Can Build Your Case
Proving a wage and hour violation occurred can be challenging. Our attorneys can apply their skills and legal knowledge to case building and use evidence to pursue the compensation and justice you deserve. We can:
- Collect evidence, including workplace documents, payment records, job-related texts and emails, and eyewitness testimony
- Establish that your employer did not pay you a legal wage
- Establish that your employer did not pay you for overtime hours you worked
- Establish that your employer did not allow you to take meals or breaks or forced you to work during your meal or rest breaks
- Prove that your workplace misclassified your employment and did not properly compensate you for your work
- Identify your damages and pursue all recoverable losses
- Represent you during alternative dispute resolution methods if mandated by your employment contract
- File an employment lawsuit in civil court and represent you at trial if necessary
In addition, our legal team can protect you from employer retaliation. It is illegal for your workplace to fire, demote, suspend, or discriminate against you for filing a wage and hour claim or any other claim alleging a violation of state or federal employment laws.
California Wage and Hour Laws
Federal and California state laws mandate fair payment for employees, including establishing a minimum wage, enforcing overtime pay, and regulating tips.
Según el Departamento de Relaciones Industriales del Estado de California (DIR), as of Jan. 1, 2025, employers in California must pay a minimum wage of $16.50 per hour to all employees. Pasadena’s minimum wage is higher than California’s minimum wage. Your employer must pay you at least $17.50 an hour.
Exempt Employees
Under U.S. Department of Labor laws, some employees are exempt from wage and hour regulations. According to the department’s Wage and Hour Division, these exemptions may apply to executives, administrators, outside salespeople, and highly compensated employees if they meet specific criteria.
Our Pasadena wage and hour attorneys can tell you more about these exemptions and determine if your employer misclassified your employment, resulting in unfair compensation.
How Long Do You Have to Pursue a Wage and Hour Claim?
There are statutes of limitations that may apply to your case, so do not wait too long to take action. Our law firm can tell you more and help you meet essential deadlines.
Contacta el Grupo de Derecho de KJT hoy
KJT Law Group is committed to protecting the rights of California workers. If your employer failed to pay you what you are owed for your labor, our Pasadena wage and hour claims attorneys can help you fight for justice.
Contact us online today or call now to discuss your case with a member of our team. Initial consultations are always free and confidential.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wage and Hour Cases
How do I know if I have a wage and hour claim in Pasadena, California?
You may have a valid claim if your employer failed to pay you for all hours worked, denied proper overtime, or misclassified you as exempt or an independent contractor. You could also have a case if you weren’t given required meal and rest breaks or if your tips were withheld or shared unfairly. A Pasadena wage and hour lawyer from KJT Law Group can review your pay records, schedules, and employment status to determine whether your rights were violated under California labor laws.
What is the current minimum wage in Pasadena, CA?
As of July 1, 2025, Pasadena employers must pay a minimum wage of $18.04 per hour, which is higher than California’s statewide minimum of $16.50 per hour. Some industries and city ordinances require even higher wages. If you earn less than this rate, your employer may be violating Pasadena’s local wage ordinance, and you could be entitled to back pay and penalties. If you contact a Pasadena wage and hour attorney from KJT Law Group, they will help you understand your legal options.
How do I prove my employer in Pasadena failed to pay me correctly?
You can strengthen your claim by collecting pay stubs, timesheets, text messages, work emails, and bank records that show your hours and pay rate. Even if your employer didn’t keep accurate records (which is a violation itself), testimony from coworkers or managers can help establish your work hours. Our wage and hour attorneys in Pasadena can subpoena company payroll data and gather witness statements to build your case.
How long do I have to file a wage and hour claim in California?
In most cases, you have three years to file a wage and hour claim under California Labor Code § 203, and up to four years if your employer violated a written contract. However, the timeline may vary depending on your specific circumstances. To avoid missing your deadline, contact our Pasadena wage and hour lawyers at KJT Law Group as soon as you suspect a violation. We can ensure all claims are filed properly and on time.