SilentSam1
12-22-2005, 05:33 PM
I have worked for a convenience store/restaurant in South Carolina for over 2-1/2 years. We are required to work approximately 9-10 hours, on our feet, without any breaks or time off for lunch. Is this legal under SC labor laws?
Pattymd
12-23-2005, 02:19 AM
Yes it is. There are no laws in SC requiring breaks or meal periods for non-minors.
Chad Adams
12-29-2005, 06:29 PM
As usual S.C. is always last in line when comes to protecting it's citizens. I think not having a law where employers are not demanded to give breaks or lunch breaks to employees is rediculous. Just like the stupid blue laws! I can't shop untill 1:30 on Sundays and I can't buy alcohol. Why is this? I can go to a bar on Sundays and drink but I can't go to a store and buy alcohol? S.C. needs to wake up and remember we are a diplomatic country WE ARE NOT CHINA!!!
Pattymd
12-29-2005, 11:38 PM
There are a number of states which do not require breaks or meal periods under the law. Lobby your legislators if you want the law changed.