Class Action & PAGA Claims for California Workers

Accountability for Corporations.

If your employer is stealing from you, they are likely stealing from your coworkers, too. When a company’s illegal pay practices affect an entire workforce, we use Class Actions and PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) claims to force systemic change and recover millions in unpaid wages.

When a Single Violation is Just the Tip of the Iceberg

Wage theft is rarely an accident; it is often a company-wide policy designed to shave seconds off clock-ins, deny mandatory breaks, or misclassify entire departments. Fighting back alone can be daunting, but joining forces with your coworkers through a Class Action or PAGA claim sends a powerful message. You don't have to face a corporate giant by yourself. We specialize in representative actions that hold large companies responsible for widespread labor law violations.

Systemic Wage Theft

If your employer uses software or policies that systematically deny overtime or breaks to all employees, it’s a Class Action matter.

PAGA Penalties

Under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), we can recover civil penalties on behalf of the state for Labor Code violations.

Misclassification Patterns

If a company misclassifies an entire role as "independent contractor" or "exempt" to save on payroll costs, we fight for the whole team.

Off-the-Clock Policies

Challenging company-wide policies that force employees to work before or after shifts without compensation.

Safety & Training Violations

When an employer denies pay for mandatory training or safety protocols, we pursue compensation for every affected worker.

Preventing Future Abuse

Beyond recovering back pay, these lawsuits force corporations to change their illegal policies, preventing further theft from future employees.

"We Don't Just Sue. We Change Corporate Culture."

Corporations have teams of attorneys whose only job is to minimize their liability for wage theft. They rely on the fact that individual employees feel small and powerless. We change that dynamic. By representing hundreds or thousands of workers at once, we bring the collective weight of your labor to bear on the company’s bottom line.

“One employee is a voice. A hundred employees are a force. When we bring a Class Action or PAGA claim, we ensure that the cost of violating the law is finally higher than the cost of compliance.” — Avi Gholian, Founding Attorney

No Upfront Fees

We work on a contingency basis. You pay nothing unless we secure a settlement or judgment for the class.

Large-Scale Litigation Experience

We have the resources, staff, and strategy to go toe-to-toe with the largest corporate legal teams.

Maximum Recovery

Through PAGA, we can secure civil penalties that provide compensation to you and the state, increasing the total value of your claim.

Our Process is Simple & Transparent

You do not need to figure this out alone. We keep the process clear, explain what matters, and help you understand what comes next.

Start with a conversation

No high-pressure sales. Just an honest talk about your situation and how we can help.

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Start With a Conversation

We dig into company-wide payroll and timekeeping policies to confirm that the violation is widespread.

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Review the Records

We represent you as the lead plaintiff, filing the class action or PAGA notice with the state to protect your coworkers’ rights.

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Build the Claim

We use the court system to force the company to turn over their internal communications, data, and payroll logs.

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Push for Recovery

We aim for a significant settlement that provides justice for all, or we proceed to trial to hold the company accountable.

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Don't let your employer get away with systemic wage theft. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation. We fight on a contingency basis—you pay nothing unless we win.

Common Questions About Class Actions

What is a PAGA claim?
The Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) allows an employee to stand in the shoes of the state and sue for Labor Code violations on behalf of themselves and all other “aggrieved” employees.
A Class Action seeks to recover unpaid wages for all affected workers. PAGA focuses on recovering civil penalties for the state, a portion of which goes to the employees. We often file both to maximize your recovery.
In a Class Action, there is typically a “lead plaintiff” who represents the class. As a lead plaintiff, you are the face of the case, and your dedication is often recognized through an additional payment from the settlement.
Retaliation against anyone for participating in a class action or filing a PAGA claim is illegal. If they target you for speaking up, it only adds another layer of liability to their case.
Zero. We work on a contingency basis. You never pay a dime out of pocket. We only take a percentage of the total recovery if, and only if, we win.
Large-scale cases can take time, but they often result in much larger recoveries for each individual worker. We keep you informed every step of the way.
Yes. Most wage-and-hour class actions include current and former employees who were subjected to the same illegal policies within the relevant time frame.