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Meal & rest breaks Definition

Meal and rest breaks refer to periods of time during a workday when employees are allowed to rest or eat, typically mandated by labor laws.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In many states, employers must provide meal breaks after a certain number of hours worked.
Most meal breaks are 30 minutes, though this may vary by company and state law.
Rest breaks, usually 10-15 minutes, are typically paid, while meal breaks are often unpaid.
Requirements vary by state, but generally, employees are entitled to a meal break after a certain number of hours worked, and short rest breaks throughout the day.

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