← Know Your Rights

Federal and state laws may protect workers regardless of immigration status, but rules vary. Ask a qualified attorney for your situation.

• You may have the right to be paid for hours worked, including overtime in many roles.
• Workplaces generally must provide reasonably safe working conditions.
• Retaliation for reporting safety problems or wage theft may be illegal.
• Keep records: hours worked, pay stubs, names of supervisors, photos of conditions.
• If injured at work, ask about workers' compensation.
• Ask a labor rights organization or attorney before signing waivers.