Today I was scheduled from 5 am untill 1245 pm but do to me having overtime my boss told me instead of taking a half hour break I have to take a 1 hour break and work a split shift is the against the law

Today I was scheduled from 5 am untill 1245 pm but do to me having overtime my boss told me instead of taking a half hour break I have to take a 1 hour break and work a split shift is the against the law

1 answer  |  asked Aug 5, 2016 06:30 AM [EST]  |  applies to Pennsylvania

Answers (1)

Scott Leah
If I understand your question, you want to know if your employer can make you take a 1 hour break instead of the usual 1/2 hour break in order to keep your hours worked at 40 or under for the week?

The answer is yes. An employer can adjust the schedules of employees to meet the businesses needs, including to keep employees under 40 hours.

This could be different if you are in a union. I assume you are not. If you are, you should consult with the union to find out whether this is permitted under the collective bargaining agreement.

posted by Scott Leah  |  Aug 5, 2016 09:28 AM [EST]

Answer This Question

Sign In to Answer this Question

Related Questions with Answers

Have an Employment Law question?