Spanish worker wins $55,000 lawsuit over drinking during work break
A Spanish employee was awarded $55,000 by the court after being fired for drinking alcohol during his lunch break. The former worker contested the dismissal, and the court ruled in his favor, stating that consuming alcohol during a break is not part of working hours.
The court emphasized that drinking alcohol during personal break time, when the employee is not actively working, cannot justify termination. This ruling highlights the importance of clearly distinguishing working hours from breaks in employment contracts.
Such cases may influence future labour regulations in the country, particularly concerning workers’ rights during breaks and appropriate workplace behaviour.
