The Legal Juice

In California, employers are required to provide employees with meal breaks to ensure their well-being and productivity. However, there are circumstances where employees and employers can mutually agree to waive these breaks. In this blog post, we will delve into the concept of meal waivers in California, exploring what they are, when they can be used, and whether they are considered legal. What are Meal Waivers in California? Under California law, meal waivers refer to the agreement between an employer and an employee to waive the mandatory meal periods [1]. These waivers allow employees to continue working without taking a meal break. When Can Meal Waivers be Used? Meal waivers can be utilized in specific situations where both parties mutually consent to waive the meal break [2]. For instance, if an employee's work period does not exceed six hours, the meal period can be waived by mutual agreement [3]. Additionally, certain industries, such as the motion picture industry, may hav...