Legal Question in Employment Law in Florida
travel time pay
Wondering if a transit bus operator is entititled to travel time pay,when being relieved of duty,in another far remote area other than his original bus garage,to get back to the garage,via company car/bus or personal car.Bus operator has no choice but to go back to main garage,this benefits the company and operator would NOT be doing this on his own,but has no choice,because his private vehicle is at the original home base bus garage from the start of his day,when he reported to work.This benefits the company because it saves the company from putting/using an additional bus.Im under the understanding,that if it benefits the company or is required by the company,the travel time is compensable!! Advise/Thank You!!!
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: travel time pay
I believe the answer to you question is probably yes. To reach a more conclusive determination, I would have to speak with you further about this issue. Feel free to call me with questions.
Scott Behren
Re: travel time pay
The law has differing standards on what constitutes "compensable" time versus non-compensable, and as you may know, the U.S. Supreme Court recently decided an important case in a similar area. As a result, please consult with a wage & hour attorney to understand what your specific rights may be, and please feel free to contact us for further assistance.
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