Zaller Law is actively helping clients navigate the complexities of PAGA compliance by providing comprehensive payroll and labor practice audits. These audits are essential for employers seeking to minimize their exposure to PAGA claims and benefit from the newly reduced penalties under the reformed law. Here’s how Zaller Law assists clients with audits:
1. Quarterly Audits:
Zaller Law conducts regular quarterly audits to ensure that employers are continuously in compliance with California’s labor laws. These audits focus on key areas such as payroll accuracy, timekeeping, meal and rest breaks, wage statements, and expense reimbursements. By reviewing these critical elements on a quarterly basis, Zaller Law helps identify potential issues before they escalate into costly litigation.
2. Customized Audit Reports and Action Plans:
After each audit, Zaller Law provides a detailed report highlighting any discrepancies, violations, or areas of concern. In addition to identifying issues, the firm works closely with employers to develop actionable recommendations for resolving any non-compliance and ensuring ongoing adherence to labor laws.
3. Good Faith Compliance Documentation:
To take advantage of the reduced penalties under the reformed PAGA, employers must demonstrate they have taken reasonable steps to comply with labor laws. Zaller Law helps clients document their compliance efforts, including conducting the audit itself, updating policies, training managers, and addressing any issues identified. This documentation is critical if a PAGA claim arises, as it provides evidence that the employer made genuine efforts to comply with the law.
4. Training for Supervisors and HR Teams:
As part of the audit process, Zaller Law provides training sessions for supervisors and HR teams on key labor laws, including meal and rest break requirements, overtime rules, and wage statement regulations. This training ensures that management is well-equipped to enforce compliant policies and practices in the workplace.
5. Policy Review and Handbook Updates:
Zaller Law also assists with annual policy reviews and handbook updates to ensure that all written policies are current and compliant with the latest legal developments. This ensures that employers maintain lawful written policies, which is a key element in qualifying for penalty reductions under the reformed PAGA.
By offering these proactive audit services, Zaller Law helps clients not only identify and correct potential compliance issues but also build a strong defense against PAGA claims, positioning them to take full advantage of the penalty reductions under the reformed law.
