A battle over how much liability employers bear when they violate state laws governing employees' breaks may have to be decided by the California Supreme Court. On Friday, the 2nd District Court of Appeal agreed with Bed, Bath & Beyond that payments it may owe current and former employees for missed meal and rest periods constitute penalties, rather than wages. The 4th District issued a contradictory opinion on Jan. 20 in another case.
January 31, 2006 at 12:00 AM
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A battle over how much liability employers bear when they violate state laws governing employees’ breaks may have to be decided by the California Supreme Court.
On Friday, the 2nd District Court of Appeal agreed with Bed, Bath & Beyond that payments it may owe current and former employees for missed meal and rest periods constitute penalties, rather than wages.
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