According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), foodborne diseases cause an estimated 76 million illnesses, 325,000 hospitalizations, and 5,000 deaths in the United States each year.
Minimum Wage. Although there are some exceptions, almost all employees in California must be paid the minimum wage as required by state law. Effective July 1, 2014, the minimum wage in California is $9.00 per hour. Effective January 1, 2016, the minimum wage in California is $10.00 per hour.
California Wage & Hour Employment Law Information. Most workers in Californiaâwith very few exceptionsâmust be paid at least the minimum wage in California. As of July 1, 2014, the California minimum wage is $9.00 per hour. As of January 1, 2016, the minimum wage will be $10.00 per hour. Employees cannot agree to be paid less than the minimum wage.