I was informed in a recent meeting that we are not permitted to take our 15 minute breaks before we finish our shifts. During the busy season I sometimes don't get a break until my lunch or right before my shift ends. So this seemed sketchy to me, but I am having trouble finding/understanding the legal jargon in the US & California meal & break laws. Is this illegal? Or is this just super controlling?
I was informed in a recent meeting that we are not permitted to take our 15 minute breaks before we finish our shifts. During the busy season I sometimes don't get a break until my lunch or right before my shift ends. So this seemed sketchy to me, but I am having trouble finding/understanding the legal jargon in the US & California meal & break laws.
Is this illegal? Or is this just super controlling?