Legal Question in Employment Law in California
Unpaid Meal Break
Can an employer dictate where or how you take your unpaid meal break?
Asked on 6/13/09, 9:26 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
Re: Unpaid Meal Break
Yes, as long as it is within legal guidelines. Many companies limit to a cafeteria or other location, or you leave the facility. 'When' is a break approx every two hours, lunch at about 4 hours. If you believe they substantially violate the rules, you could file a claim with the Labor Commissioner, and if they take your case, then feel free to contact me for the legal help you [and the others you should organize to join] can contact me for the legal help you'll need. Violations can result in payments due, penalties, interest and attorney fees.
Answered on 6/15/09, 4:48 pm