EmploymentQuestion 914 of 1605
An unpaid worker wants to recover wages without hiring a lawyer or filing in court. Which California agency handles administrative wage claims?
a.The Contractors State License Board
b.The Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (Labor Commissioner's Office)
c.The Employment Development Department
d.The Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Explanation
The Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE), headed by the Labor Commissioner, adjudicates wage claims through an administrative process (the 'Berman hearing'). Workers can file a claim for unpaid wages, overtime, and related penalties at no cost. The CSLB regulates contractor licensing, the EDD handles unemployment and payroll taxes, and Cal/OSHA handles workplace safety.
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