Los Angeles, California
Complete guide to LA leave laws including paid sick leave, Fair Workweek Ordinance, and employee protections beyond California state law.
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2025-01-15
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Entitlements overview
Annual leave
Statutory entitlement: 0
Calculation: No statutory annual leave requirement beyond state/federal
Pro-rata: N/A - employer discretion
Carryover: Determined by employer policy
Sick leave
Statutory: Yes
Paid days: 48
Statutory pay: Regular hourly rate
Eligibility: All employees working 30+ days in LA within a year
Parental leave
Maternity: CA CFRA + CA PDL + CA PFL
Paternity: CA CFRA 12 weeks + CA PFL
Adoption: Same as birth parents
Additional leave and compliance
Other leave types
Fair Workweek (Retail): N/A - scheduling requirements (paid)
Domestic Violence Leave: Per CA state law (unpaid)
Jury Duty: Duration of service (unpaid)
Voting Leave: Up to 2 hours (paid)
Record keeping and notice
Records: Maintain records for 4 years
Penalties: Civil penalties plus back pay and damages
Public holiday sample
New Year's Day: 2025-01-01
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: 2025-01-20
Presidents' Day: 2025-02-17
Cesar Chavez Day: 2025-03-31
Memorial Day: 2025-05-26
Independence Day: 2025-07-04
Frequently asked questions
Does LA have different sick leave rules than California?
LA follows California state sick leave law, which requires 1 hour of sick leave per 30 hours worked, with employers able to cap use at 40 hours per year but accrual at 80 hours.
What is the LA Fair Workweek Ordinance?
The Fair Workweek Ordinance requires large retail employers (300+ employees globally) to provide 14-day advance notice of schedules, offer additional hours to existing workers before hiring, and pay premiums for last-minute schedule changes.
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