I am a college student who has been working for a company during summers and holidays for about four years. About five weeks ago my manager quit her job. With her departure I found myself running the store. I worked, on several occasions, over ten hours a day without a chance to take a lunch break or to relieve myself. The inability to relieve myself, in the five week period, caused me to become ill.
Most states have similar laws.
U. S. law does NOT have provisions for breaks or meals. In California, you can file a claim with the Labor Commission. In any state, you may be able to file a workers compensation claim for your illness. The publishers disclaim any liability, loss or risk incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the contents of this information. This information is not a substitute for the advice of a competent legal or other professional person.