If I’m at work can my bosses tell me not to clock in?
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If I’m at work can my bosses tell me not to clock in?
I work at a fast food chain. Sometimes my bosses tell me to clock in until a certain time because of labor. Is that legal or illegal?
Asked on December 14, 2018 under Employment Labor Law, South Carolina
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
No, your employer cannot make you wait to clock-in. If you show up for your scheduled shift on time and ready and able to perform your work duties, then you must be paid for your time whether or not you are clocked in. If you are not being so paid, then you can file a wage complaint with your state's department of labor or notify your HR department of your boss's actions.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
No, your employer cannot make you wait to clock-in. If you show up for your scheduled shift on time and ready and able to perform your work duties, then you must be paid for your time whether or not you are clocked in. If you are not being so paid, then you can file a wage complaint with your state's department of labor or notify your HR department of your boss's actions.
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