July 1 is just around the corner, and with it comes another wave of local minimum wage increases across Southern California. For employers operating in multiple jurisdictions—particularly those with hotel, hospitality, or healthcare workers—the compliance landscape continues to grow more complex. Beyond the day-to-day importance of paying the correct rate, accurate wage compliance is now

July 1 is just around the corner, and with it comes a series of local minimum wage increases across Southern California. For employers operating in multiple jurisdictions, staying compliant can be complex—but it’s essential to avoid costly penalties and maintain employee trust.

Below is a breakdown of the new rates, followed by a practical compliance

With new legal requirements facing California employers in 2024, this Friday’s Five article focuses on five initial steps that employers can begin implementing now and other employment law deadlines in 2024:

1. Minimum wage and exempt employees salary threshold: Adjust pay levels for increasing minimum wage and ensure exempt employees are paid minimum threshold salaries