PAGA Threat Response (Emergency Audit)
$10,000
Average PAGA settlement: $84,000. Attorney defense costs: $50,000+. This audit pays for itself if it prevents one claim.
Best for: Active PAGA notice, employee complaint filed, or imminent legal threat requiring immediate response.
Fast-track audit when you've received a PAGA notice or employee complaint. I identify your exposure and provide remediation steps within 48 hours so you can respond strategically with your attorney.
Ideal For: Companies facing immediate compliance threats.
Timeline: 48-hour turnaround
California Wage & Hour + Final Pay Risk Audit
$3,500 baseline (customized for company size and complexity)
California statute of limitations: 4 years. Your exposure grows every pay period you wait.
Every pay period you're out of compliance adds to your liability. The audit doesn't get cheaper your exposure does.
Best for: Proactive risk mitigation before any employee complaints or legal notices.
Comprehensive audit of your wage & hour policies, pay stub compliance, meal/rest break procedures, exempt classifications, and final pay calculations. You receive a detailed risk report with dollar exposure estimates and a prioritized remediation plan.
Ideal For: Companies that have never had a compliance audit, or haven't been reviewed in 2+ years.
Timeline: 7-10 business days