1. California Overtime Laws

California has some of the most employee-friendly overtime laws in the United States. The state requires overtime pay in the following situations:

• Daily overtime: 1.5x pay for hours worked beyond 8 in a day, and 2x pay for hours beyond 12 in a day
• Weekly overtime: 1.5x pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a week
• 7th consecutive day: 1.5x pay for all hours worked, plus 2x pay for hours beyond 8

2. How the Calculator Works

The calculator follows California's overtime rules to determine:

• Regular hours (straight time pay)
• Daily overtime (1.5x and 2x pay)
• Weekly overtime (1.5x pay)
• 7th consecutive day overtime (1.5x for all hours, 2x after 8 hours)

Note: The calculator accounts for the most favorable calculation for the employee when multiple overtime rules might apply.

3. Understanding Your Results

Details: The results show each component of your pay separately, including all applicable overtime premiums, and then provides a total pay amount.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your regular hours worked, today's hours, weekly hours before today, whether this is your 7th consecutive work day, and your hourly rate. All values must be valid positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What counts as a "work day" in California?
A: Any day you perform any work for your employer, even if it's just a few minutes.

Q2: Are there exceptions to these overtime rules?
A: Yes, some exempt employees (like certain salaried professionals) and certain industries have different rules.

Q3: How is overtime calculated for two jobs with the same employer?
A: All hours worked for the same employer in a day/week are combined for overtime calculations.

Q4: What about double time?
A: California requires double time (2x pay) for hours worked beyond 12 in a day and beyond 8 on the 7th consecutive work day.

Q5: Does vacation or sick time count toward overtime?
A: No, only hours actually worked count toward daily and weekly overtime thresholds.