Quick Answer. Charles Babbage invented the first mechanical computer, called the Difference Engine, in 1821 and completed it in 1832. The Difference Engine could perform simple calculations and compile mathematical tables.
Employees will not lose shift differentials while serving Jury Duty. Jury Duty fees. California courts instruct government employee jurors to complete a Fee Waiver form if they receive their regular compensation while serving Jury Duty.
Pursuant to law, the state will pay jurors a fee of $40.00 for each day of physical attendance with the following exceptions: Exception # 1. Jurors who are employed CANNOT be paid a jury fee for any day(s) on which they receive regular wages unless their regular wage is less than $40.00. In that case, the state will pay the difference between the jurors' wage and the $40.00 fee. Exception # 2. Jurors who work for an employer with more than 10 employees MUST be paid, by their employer, at least $40.00 or their regular daily wage - whichever is less - for each of the first three days* of service.