Workers First

For all working Californians - free 24/7 access to your rights and protections
Get immediate, accurate answers to questions about your rights on the job anonymously and safely like:
- Am I getting paid minimum wage?
- Can I apply for unemployment insurance?
- Is my work location violating safety regulations?
- Can my boss change my schedule at the last minute?
Workers First is 100% FREE and provides fast and reliable answers to all of your work-related questions from a team of knowledgeable and trained Experts. Our Experts have expertise across industries, including:
Cleaning Services
- Childcare
- Construction
- Delivery Services
- Food service
- Gig work
- Grocery
- Homecare and domestic wor
- Hospitality
- Landscaping
- Retail
- Service industry
- Warehouse and Distribution
What else can I do in this app?
- Ask a question Anonymously
- Read answers to popular questions other workers are asking
- Stay connected on current events and news relevant for working Californians
Why should I trust the information in this app?
- This app was created and is maintained by community based, worker advocacy organizations who have stood alongside working Californians for years in the fight to gain better labor protections and working conditions. These organizations include:
- United for Respect
- Los Angeles Alliance for a New Economy (LAANE)
- Pilipino Workers Center (PWC)
- Working Partnerships USA
- Warehouse Workers Resource Center (WWRC)
How are you keeping my information safe?
- We have a terms of service and privacy policy that protects your identity (your personal information is not visible to other users) and your data (we don’t share your information with anyone).
Are there any costs or fees to use this app?
- No, Workers First is 100% free (no fees, membership, or credit card is required).