Overtime

[crleslie]

What is the name of your state? California\

Hi, I couldn't find a more appropriate spot to post in, so here goes.
I work at a store that is open 24 hours. The owner of the store claims that for the store, a new day starts at 4 a.m., so if you work overtime that is split up by this "new day start" you don't get overtime. For example, a lady I work with once worked a 16 hour double shift hoping for overtime. She worked part, I assume half, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. and the second half from 4 a.m. to 12 noon the next day. She was not given overtime because the 4 a.m. cutoff started her a new day.
It was my understanding that OT is anything over 8 hours worked in a 24 hour period, regardless of when the new day starts.
Am I wrong? What defines OT? Where can I research some labor law issues?
Thanks for your time.

 

[Beth3]

Under federal law, you need only be paid OT for hours worked in excess of 40 in every 7-day payroll period. California law is more stringent and I believes requires OT to be paid for all hours worked over 8 on any particular day. There may be other requirements as well. As CA reg's are quite unique compared to other States, I suggest you call CA's Labor Board and put your questions to them.