Your employer owes you more than you think. Use our free calculators to quantify unpaid wages, overtime, meal break penalties, and PAGA violations. Then generate a professional demand letter.
Calculate exactly what your employer owes you under California law
Calculate unpaid overtime including daily and weekly overtime rates
Calculate penalties for missed or late meal and rest breaks
Calculate penalties when final paycheck is delayed
Estimate PAGA civil penalties for Labor Code violations
Calculate unreimbursed business expenses under Labor Code 2802
Check filing deadlines for your wage claims
Create a professional demand letter citing California Labor Code
Key deadlines and penalty amounts under California law
| Violation Type | Penalty | Deadline | Law |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missed Meal Break | 1 hour of pay per day | 3 years | Labor Code 226.7 |
| Missed Rest Break | 1 hour of pay per day | 3 years | Labor Code 226.7 |
| Unpaid Overtime | 1.5x or 2x regular rate | 4 years | Labor Code 510 |
| Late Final Paycheck | Up to 30 days wages | 3 years | Labor Code 203 |
| PAGA Violations | $100-$200/employee/pay period | 1 year | Labor Code 2699 |
| Inaccurate Pay Stub | $50-$100 per pay period | 1 year (PAGA) | Labor Code 226 |
| Unreimbursed Expenses | Full reimbursement + interest | 4 years | Labor Code 2802 |
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