Time is MONEY: Collect Yours
Ever think, “It’s just a drop in the bucket?” You may be surprised just how fast all of those little drops ad up, and your paycheck could be a lot fatter than you think.
I know keeping stock of thousands of labor codes is not high on your list of priorities, but you may want to be aware of this one as it’s a simple mistake made every day that will cost you money. The recently added labor law SB435 redefines and clarifies what breaks are and how they are to be conducted and PAID! Did you even know you were entitled to paid breaks?
15 minutes may seem like no big deal, but if you’re not getting those breaks they could add up to a lot of overtime, not to mention violations for rest periods. If you work in an office this is no big deal, but if you are working in the sweltering heat, freezing cold or exhausting manual labor, those fifteen minutes can go a long way to preserving your health and sanity.
What does SB 435 mean for me?
ALL workers are entitled to at least one 15 minute paid rest period for every four hours worked; new guidelines add the following:
#1 your break is to be a paid rest time.
#2 this is to be a complete rest period with no required duties performed.
#3 your break cannot be combined with your lunch period and is to be given as close to the middle of the shift as is feasible.
Note: if your shift is less than 3 hours you are not entitled to the paid break time. In addition, as you ARE being paid, your boss has the right to control your activities. This means they are within their rights to dictate where you must take your breaks, and as such can also determine whether or not you can smoke since many facilities are now smoke free.
If you are not getting your proper break periods and your health or paycheck are being violated, there is help.
Trust United Employees Law Group to help you understand your rights. We help employees recover the money they are owed every day. CALL NOW for your completely free and confidential consultation.
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