Protect Your Rights: Minimum Wage Increase for Los Angeles Airport and Hotel Workers

Attention Airport and Hotel Workers in Los Angeles

In an important step forward for workers’ rights, the Los Angeles City Council has approved significant wage increases for workers employed at large hotels and airports. Effective April 2024, this law will improve pay for thousands of hardworking individuals. However, it is critical to ensure that employers follow the law and provide the wages and protections you are entitled to.

Key Details of the Law

1. Increased Minimum Wage

• Starting April 1, 2024, the minimum wage for workers covered by this ordinance will increase to $25 per hour.

• By July 1, 2028, the minimum wage will rise to $30 per hour, with annual adjustments based on inflation.

2. Who is Covered?

• Workers at hotels with 60 or more guest rooms.

• Employees at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), including those employed by concessionaires, airline service providers, and other contractors operating at the airport.

3. Additional Protections

• Workers must be compensated for their time and must not face retaliation for asserting their rights under this ordinance.

• Employers are required to comply with these wage increases and cannot misclassify employees or deny the full wages owed.

Your Rights Matter

Unfortunately, some employers may try to avoid compliance by:

• Misclassifying employees as independent contractors.

• Denying overtime or full pay.

• Failing to implement the required wage increases on time.

If your employer has not raised your wages as required or you suspect they are violating your rights under this law, you may be entitled to recover unpaid wages, penalties, and other damages.

What Can You Do?

At WorkRight Law, we fight for employees like you. With nearly two decades of experience in employment law, we know how to hold employers accountable.

Take Action Today:

• If your employer is not complying with this new law, contact us for a free consultation.

• Protect your rights and ensure you receive the wages and protections you deserve.

Legal References

• California Labor Code §§ 201-204 (timely payment of wages), § 226.8 (misclassification of employees), and § 1194 (unpaid wages and damages).

Don’t wait—your time to take legal action may be limited. Let us help you stand up for your rights and secure the pay you’ve worked hard for!