The 3 Things to Know about Rest Breaks in California

  

  

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In California, employees ARE entitled to rest breaks.   Here are the 3 key points to remember:

1.  You are Entitled to a 10 minute break every 4 hours

California employees must be provided with a 10-minute paid rest period for every four hours worked. The 10 minute rest period should be in the middle of the work period. 

2.  If You Don't Get a Break, You are Entitled to an Extra Hour of Pay

If your employer does not let you take your 10 minute break after four hours, then your employer must pay one extra hour of pay at your regular rate for every day that a rest break is not provided.  

3.  You can Enforce Your Rights if a Break or Extra Pay is Not provided

If your employer does not provide the required rest break or pay you the extra one hour of pay at your regular rate, then you can file a wage claim with the the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement.