Kerry Lutz welcomed attorney Parag Amin to discuss the legal implications of failing to pay minimum wage in California, emphasizing the severe financial repercussions for employers, including back pay, interest, and attorney fees, which can accumulate rapidly with multiple employees. Parag highlighted the role of the Private Attorney General Act, which enables private attorneys to sue on behalf of the state, leading to significant penalties for non-compliant employers and financial recovery for affected employees. He noted California's economic strengths but acknowledged that its regulatory policies have prompted a business exodus, contrasting its growth with that of states like Texas and Florida, which offer more favorable conditions. Lutz raised concerns about wage compliance risks, to which Parag responded that paying above minimum wage does not exempt employers from liability for unpaid hours. He also discussed the challenges posed by Assembly Bill 5 regarding worker classification, warning that misclassification can lead to serious financial consequences, including ongoing liabilities even after bankruptcy. Find Parag here: www.lawpla.com) Find Kerry here: https://financialsurvivalnetwork.com) and here: https://inflation.cafe)
