Pasadena Unpaid Overtime Attorneys

You worked those extra hours, and your employer never paid you for all of them. At The Azat Law Group, our Pasadena unpaid overtime lawyers understand what that means. We build every case on a meticulous review of the evidence and the law, so you know what California requires and what it will take to get every dollar back.

Understanding Overtime Rights Under California Law

California requires overtime pay at 1.5 times your regular rate for hours beyond eight in a day and for hours beyond 40 in a workweek. Hours beyond 12 in a single day trigger double-time pay. A salary alone does not eliminate your right to overtime under California law. Your eligibility depends on the work you perform, not how your employer classifies your role.

Employers withhold overtime in ways that are not always visible to workers:

• Off-the-clock work: Unpaid tasks before or after your recorded shift
• Unpaid prep time: Setup or pre-shift duties that go uncompensated
• Timecard alterations: Edited or deleted hours that lower your total wages
• Misclassification: Exempt or contractor labels used to avoid paying overtime

If any of these situations sound familiar, you likely have a valid wage claim under California labor law.

How To Prove And Recover Unpaid Overtime In California

Building a strong overtime claim starts with the right evidence. Our employment law attorneys help you identify and secure the records that document your employer’s violations, including:

• Pay stubs and wage statements
• Time records and punch logs
• Work schedules and shift assignments
• Employer policies and communications
• Text messages, emails and witness accounts

A successful claim can recover back pay for up to three years for willful violations, plus penalties. However, California law sets strict filing deadlines. If your employer retaliates against you for raising a wage claim, the law gives you additional protections. Your case may also qualify as a class or collective action. Our attorneys bring former federal and state prosecutor experience to anticipate your employer’s defense and build a case that stays ahead of it.

Do Not Let Your Employer Keep What You Earned

You earned those hours, and you deserve every dollar they represent. At The Azat Law Group, we build a strategy around your specific circumstances and the outcome you want. Overtime wage claims in Pasadena carry strict filing deadlines, so do not wait to get answers. Call our office at 626-612-0190 or reach out to us online to schedule your consultation.