Employer Do’s & Don’ts: Timekeeping & Wage-Hour Compliance in California

Timekeeping and wage-hour compliance are among the most common sources of claims and penalties for California employers. Small errors, such as missed meal periods, improper overtime calculations, or incorrect time edits, can quickly create legal exposure. In this HR Lab webinar, Employer Do’s & Don’ts: Timekeeping & Wage-Hour Compliance in California, we’ll break down the key rules employers must follow when tracking employee time and paying wages. This session focuses on practical guidance to help employers implement compliant timekeeping practices and reduce wage-hour risk.

What You Will Learn:

• Understand what counts as “hours worked” under California law

• Apply overtime, double-time, meal, and rest break rules correctly

• Use timekeeping systems in a compliant way (manual or electronic)

• Handle missed punches, edits, and approvals properly