(11) BUSINESS EXPENSE-Claims for phone calls must include the place and party called. Under California labor laws, you are entitled to reimbursement for travel expenses or losses directly related to your job.University regulations governing reimbursement of food and lodging expenses while traveling for business are based on various requirements. Employers can deduct travel expenses paid or incurred during a temporary work assignment if the assignment length does not exceed one year. This publication has information on business income, expenses, and tax credits that may help you, as a small business owner, file your income tax return. Travel cash advances are intended to cover ground transportation, lodging, meals, incidentals, and other expenses directly related to the travel activity. Travelers on University business must submit a completed travel expense report to the UC Travel Center within 10 days of completion of the trip. All cash advances must be expensed within 21 days after travel concludes.