Category: Meal and Rest Break
Rest Assured, Our February 21 Webinar Provides Clarity
Think it’s OK in California if a nonexempt employee occasionally misses a meal break or takes a late lunch? What about letting that employee combine…
Federal DOT Preempts Meal, Rest Breaks Laws for Hazardous Materials Drivers
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) recently issued a Notice of Administrative Determination of Preemption finding, stating that the…
New Law Provides Extremely Narrow Exception to California Rest Break Rules for Petroleum Facilities
Tis the season for new California laws, and yesterday Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill allowing an extremely limited exception for required rest breaks in…
Employees Free to Leave Premises During Rest Breaks
The Labor Commissioner’s office recently updated its fact sheet on rest breaks to clarify that an employer cannot require employees to stay on the work…
September Webinar on Avoiding Meal and Rest Break Violations
California sets its own strict rules when it comes to meal and rest breaks. But it’s up to employers to inform employees that they’re entitled…
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