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Employment LawCalifornia

Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA)

Summary

Authorizes aggrieved employees to file lawsuits to recover civil penalties on behalf of themselves, other employees, and the State of California for Labor Code violations.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to act as a 'private attorney general' to enforce state labor laws.
  • 02.
    Right to recover a portion of the civil penalties collected from the employer.
  • 03.
    Protection from retaliation for filing a PAGA notice.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Civil penalties typically amounting to $100 per employee per pay period for initial violations.
  • 02.
    Up to $200 per employee per pay period for subsequent violations.
  • 03.
    Employer payment of the plaintiff's attorney fees and costs.

Verified Citations

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