Can employers refuse an advance for hours already worked?

Question

I believe I've heard before that they can't because you have already earned the $$$ being asked for. Is this accurate?

Answer 1

There is no law that states that the employer must/shall advance any funds to an employee. Some companies do it as a courtesy to the employee. Imagine if they all did? Everyone would want to depend on that.

Answer 2

Pay days are assigned to provide the most consistent work cycles -- the accounting department processes everyone's check at the same time, forwarding one lump sum to the payroll management company at one time.

Each exception to that process costs the company money in administration costs, and keeping track of who got paid when, and how much.

Also, if you work hourly, cutting a check 'mid-week' could impact the way overtime pay is calculated -- adding more headaches to the accounting department.

They do have to pay you for all the time you work (eventually), but have NO obligation to pay you anytime outside the regularly scheduled pay day.

If you have a legitimate reason (emergency car repair, etc.) that isn't likely to be repeated, then there is no harm in asking. But, if you're the type of person who is 'always' short on cash, 'demanding' pay advances won't keep you employed long!

Answer 3

They do have the right to refuse you. However, I was in the same situation and I pointed out that I needed it to buy insurance for my new car. The sooner I could drive the new car to work the sooner the older one that was leaking oil all over their parking lot would leave and never return! I asked at 10:00am and the cheque was cut and in my hands by Noon! Ask anyways, I think if the reason is good enough and the bosses like you they will advance you the money.

Answer 4

I think that it's depends on them if they choose to allow an advance on your paycheck or not because I haven't had that offered at all the places I've worked!! I think it depends if they offer it, the circumstances, and then how many times you'ved asked for it... someplaces let you do it once or twice a year only... you would have to talk with someone in the administration dept.

Answer 5

by hiring on, a contract is usually signed, rules included, perhaps in a separate but binding acknowledgment that should state pay procedure... if such terms are not listed in your company paperwork you can always take them to court... and probably lose your job as a non compatible to work environment individual... talk with the boss is your best solution for an arrangement

Answer 6

You heard incorrectly. An employer may most deffinitely refuse a pay advance. Why do you think those sleazy "Pay-day advance" loan places stay in business.

Answer 7

Yes they can. There is nothing in the law that requires them to pay you before your regular payday.

Make a stink about something petty like that and you won't have to worry about getting an advance...b/c they will issue you your final paycheck when they fire you.

Answer 8

Unless you have been terminated, the company is not obligated to pay you on any day other than established pay days. Most companies have written policies that state how long they will take to pay you, in the event your employment ends.

Answer 9

you have to be paid but NOT BEFORE SCHEDULED PAYDAY. it's not normal to ask for an advance, although most people would like to have one. can you imagine the extra bookwork that would be generated by this gesture.
try to borrow from a friend.(not a good idea) that's one of the quickest ways to loose a friend. how about your parents?

Answer 10

If you are asking to be paid for it before the normal payday, yes they can. They can't be expected to pay you just whenever you want the money, but do have to pay you on the next regular payday.