Are employers permitted to deduct monies from employees wages?
It depends on the precise nature of the deduction. A few of the common lawful and unlawful deductions are listed below: LAWFUL Employer Deductions: Wage garnishments mandated by state/federal law. Deductions agreed upon by the employee in writing, to pay for things such as insurance premiums and benefits plan contributions. Collective bargaining agreements (i.e. union) for insurance premiums and benefits plan contributions. Employees tardiness in reporting to work. If an employee is late 30 minutes or less, the employer may deduct hour pay. For any amount over hour, the employer must deduct according to the employees pro rated hourly rate/wage. Common UNLAWFUL Employer Deductions: Tips/gratuities Photographs, medical exams, bonds, uniforms Business expenses Balloon payment for debts owed to the employer upon an employees termination, even if the employee agreed to the balloon payments. However, an employer may lawfully deduct regular installment amounts from each paycheck, including la
