Supervisor Accountability In California

Summary

Supervisors in California can be held accountable for subordinates actions if they had a duty of care, breached that duty, and caused harm. Employer policies and the specifics of the situation also play a role. Consult a labor attorney for personalized advice.

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I was off work . I am a supervisor in an auto manufacturersing faculty two of my subordinate employees clocked out for lunch and they took disciplinary action against me
In California, employers generally have wide discretion over disciplinary action. However, it can depend on:
- Your employer's policies
- If you were reasonably expected to prevent the incident
- If the action was discriminatory or retaliatory
Consider discussing with a labor attorney for specific advice.
How can a supervisor be responsible for the actions of subordinates when off work for scheduled time off in California
In California, a supervisor can be held accountable for an employee's actions if:
- The supervisor had a duty of care towards the employee.
- The supervisor breached that duty.
- The breach caused harm to the employee or others.
However, the specifics depend on the scenario. For expert advice, consult a labor attorney.