Using Personal Vehicle For Work Law California In Middlesex
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FAQ. How much is mileage reimbursement in California? The standard mileage rate set by the IRS, applicable in California, is 67 cents per business mile for 2024. The 2025 mileage rate is 70 cents per business mile.
Yes, your employer can require you to use your own vehicle, but they have to reimburse you for all costs associated with travel, from tolls to mileage, to increased insurance. Since your employer is only paying mileage one-way, they may (probably are) violating Labor Code section 2802.
In the state of California, employers are legally obligated under Labor Code 2802 to reimburse their employees for any reasonable expenses incurred while performing their job duties. This includes reimbursement for the use of personal cell phones if it is necessary for business purposes.
Under IRS general rules, all use of a company car is considered personal use unless the employee documents the business use of the car. Personal use of a company vehicle (PUCC) generally results in taxable wages for the employee. But sorting out the amount to tax can be confusing.
In short, yes the employer can. In California all employment is considered to be on an at will basis unless there is an agreement to the contrary about that status between the employee and employer.
In short, yes the employer can. In California all employment is considered to be on an at will basis unless there is an agreement to the contrary about that status between the employee and employer.
The use of privately-owned automobiles during scheduled hours of work should be minimized and only used for purposes that cannot be accomplished by other transport means (e.g. shuttle, delivery service, rental car, etc.).
If your employees drive their personal vehicles for work, your business is at risk of financial liability in the case of an accident. In this article, we focus on non-owned autos (an exposure faced by nearly every company), what it is and how to reduce your risk to loss.
