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Free California Employment Agreement Template (2026)

Generate a California-compliant Employment Agreement tailored to California law. Our AI incorporates state-specific statutes, case law, and requirements directly into your document.

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📋 California Legal Requirements
  • At-will employment state BUT requires detailed written notice of wage rates (Wage Theft Prevention Act)
  • Non-compete clauses are UNENFORCEABLE in California (Bus. & Prof. Code §16600) — do NOT include any non-compete; instead note this clearly and use a strong confidentiality clause
  • Minimum wage: $16/hr (2024); higher in many cities (SF: $18.67/hr, LA: $17.28/hr)
  • Required: meal breaks (30 min for 5+ hour shifts), rest breaks (10 min per 4 hours)
  • Final pay: immediately upon termination (Labor Code §201), within 72 hours for resignations
  • Pay transparency: employers with 15+ employees must post salary ranges
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