Seating Regulations

It can be difficult and even painful to work at a job where you are required to stand all day, especially if your job could be done while comfortably seated. If you are required to stand in a position such as a cashier, a greeter or a worker on an assembly line, for example — you should know that the law protects you.

California wage and hour laws require employers to provide their employees with suitable seats when the nature of the work reasonably permits sitting down. The law also says employers should provide seats for employees to use when they are not actively working, and that these seats should be located close to the work area.

If You Are Not Allowed To Sit At Work…

If you are not allowed to sit at work, you may be able to file a civil action or be involved in class action litigation involving California stand and sit laws at work. Of course, each situation is different, and the law can be complex. If you think your employer may be breaking the law by refusing to provide you with a suitable seat, or requiring you to stand, contacting the lawyers at Righetti • Glugoski, P.C., is a good first step to learning your rights.

Our San Francisco law firm represents employees throughout California in a broad range of employment issues, class actions and more. We are experienced trial lawyers with a successful track record of protecting the rights of California workers.

Contact Us For A Free Consultation

Please contact our firm and have an immediate, complimentary and confidential consultation with one of our skilled attorneys. You may also call 415-983-0900 or 800-447-5549. We highly respect your privacy, so all client consultations are strictly confidential. Your employer will not know you reached out for legal advice about your rights.

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"The Court is satisfied that class counsel has capably represented the class in a manner which has resulted in a settlement well received by the class and which has been approved by this court. This case presented untried issues of law."

Circle K Overtime Cases, JCCP 4267, Order on Final Approval of Class Action Settlement, Honorable William F. McDonald

"Class counsel have extensive experience litigating class actions, particularly in the area of labor and employment, and prosecuted this matter efficiently and with a high degree of professionalism. Class Counsel's costs in prosecuting this Action are hereby approved as reasonably incurred."

Lopez et al. v. Euromarket Designs, Inc., (d/b/a Crate and Barrel), Case No. BC436515 on Final Approval of Class Action Settlement, Judge Soussan G. Burguera

"Class counsel capably represented the class in a manner which has resulted in a settlement well received by the class and which has been approved by this Court. This case presented issues of law which are hardly settled in the field of wage and hour litigation and the Court recognizes that the attorneys for the class worked diligently and responsibly for the interests of the class members."

Groves et al. v. Ross Stores aka "Ross Dress for Less Stores", Case no. RG 04183362 on Final Approval of Class Action Settlement, Honorable Steven Brick

Mike and his team did a great job representing me in my case. He was professional, timely, and reliable. My wife and I are grateful for his hard work and dedication to my case. I highly recommend him. Thank you Mike.

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I recently had a issue I needed guidance with regarding exempt/non-exempt classification with a previous employer. I had not been paid for overtime hours that I had worked, prior to leaving the company. I contacted Righetti Glugoski, and quickly spoke to Matt Righetti. I was very pleased at how comfortable he and his staff made me feel. He kept me informed along every step of the way, and the whole process was very transparent. In a very short period of time, Mr. Righetti not only got me the compensation I was entitled to, but he was also able to get me penalties and fees that were owed as well. My entire experience with Matt and his firm was amazing, and I couldn't have been happier. I would highly recommend Matt and the Righetti Glugoski law firm to anyone who needs representation with a labor issue.

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