Employment, Workers' Comp & Benefits
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Can My Employer Keep My Last Paycheck Until I Return Equipment?
In general, an employer usually cannot simply refuse to pay a final paycheck because a worker has not yet returned company property. That said, the exact rule can depend on the reason for the deduction or withholding, wh...
Is it legal for child support to be taken out of workers’ compensation checks in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, child support can sometimes be taken from workers’ compensation benefits. In general, workers’ compensation is intended to replace wages after a work-related injury, and child support enforcement rules may a...
Can repeated unwanted emails count as harassment under Washington law?
Yes, repeated unwanted emails can sometimes be part of harassment under Washington law, but it depends on the facts and the legal context. In general, a single annoying email is usually not enough by itself. Repeated mes...
Can a restaurant add a “kitchen appreciation fee” that servers never receive?
In California, a restaurant may sometimes add a separate fee to a bill, but the legal treatment of that fee depends on how it is described, disclosed, and used. A label like “kitchen appreciation fee” does not automatica...
Can I qualify for loan forgiveness if I worked part time at two qualifying nonprofits at the same time?
In general, you may be able to qualify for loan forgiveness if you worked part time at two qualifying nonprofits at the same time, but the answer depends heavily on the specific forgiveness program, the type of loans inv...
Can my employer put my final check on a pay card with fees in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, the answer often depends on what payment method you agreed to and what the employer’s payroll practices are. In general, employers may use different ways to pay wages, including direct deposit, paper che...
Is it legal for my employer in Alabama to fire me without giving a reason?
In Alabama, the general rule is that private employers may be able to fire an employee without giving a reason, because Alabama is an at-will employment state. That usually means the employment relationship can be ended...
Can my employer hold my last paycheck because a customer complained after I left?
In general, an employer usually cannot keep your final paycheck just because a customer complained after you left the job. Final wages are typically owed for work you already performed, and a complaint by itself does not...
Do I have to make a written demand before penalties start for a late final paycheck in Utah?
In general, Utah final paycheck rules can depend on the reason you left the job, what wages are owed, and whether the employer has already paid or is still delaying payment. A written demand may matter in some wage dispu...
Is it legal for my Utah employer to hold my final paycheck until I return my uniform?
In Utah, an employer usually may not withhold earned wages just because there is a dispute about a uniform or other property. In general, final pay rules focus on paying wages that have already been earned, and an employ...
Is it legal for my employer to deduct $300 from my paycheck for broken equipment?
In general, whether an employer in Alabama can deduct $300 from your paycheck for broken equipment depends on several facts, including the terms of your agreement, the type of equipment, whether the deduction would cut i...
My Neighbor’s Dog Bit Me While I Was Delivering Food — Who Is Liable?
If you were bitten by a neighbor’s dog while delivering food in New Jersey, the dog’s owner is often the first person people look to for liability. In general, New Jersey has a dog-bite rule that can make an owner respon...
What are my rights if my wages are being garnished but I never received notice about the student loan debt?
If your wages are being garnished for a student loan debt and you never received notice, that may raise important due process and debt-collection questions. In general, a creditor or collection agency usually must follow...
My Bank Froze My Account After a Fraud Report — How Do I Get Access Back?
In California, a bank may freeze or restrict an account after a fraud report if it believes the account may be involved in unauthorized activity, a disputed transaction, identity theft, or another security concern. In ge...
How do I cancel an online meal kit subscription that keeps billing me even after I deleted my account?
If an online meal kit company keeps billing you after you deleted your account, the first step is usually to gather your records and try to confirm whether the subscription was actually canceled, paused, or only the onli...