California Lunch Break Law

What are my rights to a meal break in California?.

 

Answer

California law requires employers to provide meal periods of at least 30 minutes for every five hours worked, with some exceptions.

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Employers are not required to police meal breaks.  You are responsible for making sure you take your thirty-minute meal break.

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The employer must relieve you of all job duties during your meal period.  If you work during the break they must pay you for that time.

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Your employer cannot discourage or impede you from taking breaks.

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If an employer fails to provide a compliant meal period, they must pay you one hour’s pay for every missed or non-compliant meal period.

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If you have any questions, call the Wisdom Law Group APC (408) 915-3700