This question is about lunch break laws by state.

Can employers require employees to take a break?

By Zippia Team - Dec. 7, 2022

Yes and no; in some states, employers can require employees to take a break. In Massachusetts, for example, employers can require employees to take a meal break, and in Washington, employees cannot work more than three hours without a rest break.

In general, though, in most states, employers cannot force an employee to take a break and must simply document when employees choose not to take breaks.

Can employers require employees to take a break?

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