Legal Question in Employment Law in California
if i work an 8 hour shift, but work through my lunch break, is my employer legally able to deduct a break period from my day?
Asked on 6/04/10, 2:11 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Kirschbaum
Law Offices of Michael R. Kirschbaum
No, you should be paid for all hours worked.
Answered on 6/04/10, 10:32 am
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
Deduct? No. In fact, you are entitled / mandated by law to have a break for every 4-5 hour period, meaning a lunch and two breaks for every 8-10 hour shift. If denied, then you are entitled to pay, penalties and interest for each such denied bread. That can mount up to substantial money. If this is a long standing problem, and if you're serious about pursuing your claim [with proof to support it], feel free to contact me.
Answered on 6/04/10, 3:24 pm
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