The California Supreme Court, in Naranjo v. Spectrum Security Services, Inc., recently determined that meal and rest period premium payments are subject to the final pay.
In another unfavorable ruling for employers that stresses the importance of meal period and wage statement compliance, the California Supreme Court has held in Naranjo v. Spectrum Security Services, Inc.
On May 23, 2022, the Supreme Court of California held that premium pay for missed meal and rest periods constitutes "wages" under California labor law and that employers may be held liable.