The landscape of work has undergone a profound transformation in recent times, driven by the rise of remote work. As employees adapted to remote work during the pandemic, many found that they could maintain high levels of productivity while working from the comfort of...
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Can we require an employee to take a lunch break?
Question: We have an employee working through their lunch break. Can we require them to take it? Answer: Yes, generally you can and should require an employee to take a lunch break. In many states, employers are required to provide employees with rest breaks, meal...
If a designated paid holiday falls on a weekend, do we need to offer an alternative day off?
Question: What should we do when one of our designated paid holidays falls on a weekend when we aren’t open? Do we need to offer an alternative day off? Answer: No, you don’t need to offer an alternative day off. There are no federal laws requiring private employers...