My employer states they do not have to pay benefits (holidays, sick leave etc.) because they consider me to be "part-time" even though I work 32 hours a week and have for two years. What is the definition of part-time vs. full-time? Is there such a thing as a regular, permanent part-time employee that is legally entitled to benefits? Rita Risser's Response: Holidays, sick leave, vacation and other such benefits are not required by law, even for regular full-time employees. Employers give those benefits out of the goodness of their hearts. Disclaimer: This information is provided with the understanding that the author and publisher are not engaged in rendering legal or other professional services. The publishers disclaim any liability, loss or risk incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the contents of this information. This information is not a substitute for the advice of a competent legal or other professional person. You are encouraged to subscribe, link, pass along to others, and/or reprint these articles/pages electronically or on paper, as long as the following credit line is used: © Copyright 1997-2002, Fair Measures, www.FairMeasures.com. For more information about Fair Measures please contact us at: Fair Measures, P.O. Box 2146, Santa Cruz, CA, 95063, 831-458-0500, 800-458-2778, FAX 831-458-0181, info@fairmeasures.com © Copyright 1997-2002 by Fair Measures. All rights reserved. Read our Privacy Policy. To back-page, Use your browser BACK button