Can I waive my lunch break in Massachusetts?
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Can I waive my lunch break in Massachusetts?
Under Massachusetts law, employees who work more than six hours a day must be allowed at least thirty minutes unpaid time for a meal break. The decision to waive a meal break must be voluntary and only the employee has the power to waive a meal period.
Do employers have to pay extra on Sundays?
What Are Weekend Penalty Rates? Not all workplace agreements or Modern Awards require payment at a higher rate. However, most will require an employer to pay at least 150% (time and a half) of the normal base wage for work performed on a Saturday and 200% (double time) for employees who perform work on a Sunday.
What is the lowest salary you can pay?
The current federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. The minimum wage has not changed since July 2009. If a state, city, or county has a higher minimum wage rate than the federal rate, then employers are required to pay the higher amount.
How is Sunday pay calculated?
Sundays. Employees who do not ordinarily work on Sundays should be paid at least double their ordinary hourly rate. Employees who do usually work on Sundays should be paid 1.5 times their ordinary hourly rate – if the employee does not work a full shift, they must be paid a normal day’s wage.
What if my employer underpaid me?
If you’re being underpaid, talk to your employer. If that doesn’t resolve the issue, consider making a complaint to HMRC. Your employer could owe you back pay. Call the Acas helpline for confidential advice on or register a complaint with HMRC.
Does my employer have to give me a payslip?
Payslips are vital to ensure that you, the employee, receive the correct pay and entitlements and that your employer keeps accurate and complete records. According to the regulations of the Fair Work Act, your employer, by law, must give you a payslip within one working day of pay day, even if you’re on leave.
Is paying by cash illegal?
There are no legal implications for either party to pay in cash for work, or offering a discount for paying in cash in order to avoid administration/banking charges. However, this does not negate the trader’s obligations to declare the services and cash received to HMRC for TAX purposes.
How much money do you need to make to pay taxes?
The minimum income amount depends on your filing status and age. In 2020, for example, the minimum for single filing status if under age 65 is $12,400. If your income is below that threshold, you generally do not need to file a federal tax return. Review the full list below for other filing statuses and ages.
How do you prove a payment?
A Proof of Payment is a receipt (or payslip) from your bank which clearly displays the following required information:
- Your details – Your name and account number.
- Our details – Our bank name and account number.
- Date – When the transfer was initiated.
- Amount – Size of deposit.
Can you go to jail for making fake check stubs?
Often, someone will make fake pay stubs when they’re trying to secure a loan. Falsifying loan documentation is a form of fraud. Most likely, the act will result in jail time. Using a fake pay stub to secure a loan can result in serious legal issues.
