2007-01-16 13:00:52 · 6 answers · asked by krnssrx 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
it depends on the job. I don't think they do, but it better to take matters up with your union.
2007-01-16 13:10:19 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. Sir 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on why you were sent home. Also, depends on what the companies policy is on the matter. All this information was disclosed to you when you started working there. Likely it was in the handbook you were given and told to read. Most likely, as most do, you did not read it. By accepting the job, you gave implied consent to work under those policies of the company.
The government usually does not make laws regarding such issues. Sure there are labor standards, but they don't cover things of this nature. It mainly worries about over time, benefits, safety, and things of that nature.
2007-01-16 21:12:03 · answer #2 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is not a legal requirement and indeed, some employers send people home on a regular basis. This would not be the case if your company has an agreement (at time of hiring) that they will pay you "show up money". This is an almost extinct practice brought about by unions.
2007-01-16 21:32:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont know but here in california if you show up they usually pay you for 3 hours. im not sure if it is law or not but most employers i have worked for did that. check with your state department of labor to be sure before you go making any demands.
2007-01-16 21:12:47 · answer #4 · answered by southca49er 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try the site below, make sure to change the State/Location in which you work. Hope this helps.
2007-01-16 22:20:05 · answer #5 · answered by citronge69 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No they are not required by law to pay you. Unless they sent you home unjustifiably
2007-01-16 21:10:08 · answer #6 · answered by vjswe1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋