Employers in California must adhere to strict meal break regulations to avoid penalties. Non-compliance can result in significant fines, making it essential to understand the requirements and implement effective strategies to maintain compliance. Understanding meal...
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What do employers need to know about employee meal breaks?
Employees are required by law to be given various breaks during their shifts. California employers need to know the applicable laws and apply them. There are also some special circumstances employers should be aware of. In California, employees who work five hours or...
Out to Lunch: Two 2021 California Supreme Court Decisions Employers Need to Know
Ferra v. Loews Hollywood Hotel (July 15, 2021, S259172) ___ Cal.5th ___. The California Supreme Court recently held that the, “regular rate of compensation” for the purposes of meal and rest period premium payments under Labor Code § 226.7(c) was synonymous with the,...