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Recoverability Checker

Analyzes each alleged violation category to determine whether the associated monetary remedy is a 'civil penalty' recoverable through PAGA or a wage/damages remedy that PAGA does not authorize. Includes Category Analysis mode (individual violation assessment) and Demand Comparison mode (side-by-side analysis of plaintiff's demand versus PAGA-authorized recovery). Applies the ZB, N.A. v. Superior Court and Kirby v. Immoos Fire Protection analytical frameworks.

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Interactive · Dual-Track Recoverability Checker

In a combined class action and PAGA case, the same violation creates two separate exposure tracks. Items that are NOT recoverable as PAGA penalties are often recoverable as class action damages — and vice versa. This tool maps both tracks for each violation type.

Select a violation category above to see the recoverability analysis.

Read the AnalysisRecoverable vs. Non-Recoverable Penalties Under PAGA →

For illustrative purposes only. Recoverability analysis based on ZB, N.A. v. Superior Court (2019) 8 Cal.5th 175 and Kirby v. Immoos Fire Protection (2012) 53 Cal.4th 1244. Plaintiff demand rates are illustrative estimates of typical inflated demands, not actual statutory rates.

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For illustrative purposes only. This tool does not constitute legal advice.