california wage and hour law
California Wage & Hour Employment Law Information. Most workers in Californiaâwith very few exceptionsâmust be paid at least the minimum wage in California. As of July 1, 2014, the California minimum wage is $9.00 per hour. As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage will be $10.00 per hour. Employees cannot agree to be paid less than the minimum wage.