Employees are entitled to reimbursement for business-related entertainment expenses; these payment are not considered wages if maintained separately. Business must be the purpose of the entertainment or meal such that there is at least discussion of business during the time. While meals are the most common entertainment items, sporting events, concerts, or other entertainment is allowable.

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