Automatic Deduction of Meal Periods Is Acceptable but Risky
Every employer knows that the Fair Labor Standards Act requires that nonexempt employees be paid the federal minimum wage for all time worked and that they receive overtime pay for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week. Employers are also keenly aware of the need to maintain time records that document the employee’s hours. If employees are not paid for all time worked, significant monetary liability can result. Some employers have adopted…
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