Hi there.
I recent just left my job as of last thursday and was due to be paid today. but i didnt?
is my employer allowed to do this?
I havent returned the office key due to the fact i lost it
but i never signed a contract about the key?
2007-11-26 21:16:13 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I also did give notice
2 weeks notice
and they wonted to fire me but gave me the chance to quit
as i went on maternity leave
My contract had nothing about the key
i have been told with most buiness if they employer gives u a key you should sign a contract
other wise i have all right to miss place the key
and told them i wouldnt be returning
2007-11-26 21:22:38 · update #1
To my knowledge no. You will need to look into the laws for your particular state to be sure, but I believe its a federal law, though don't quote me on that.
2007-11-26 21:19:43 · answer #1 · answered by evil_kandykid 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Might be liable for the key.
Boss has to pay you, but you need to return the key. Otherwise, he may be entitled to withhold it so the store can change the locks. Doesn't always have to be a written contract involved for him to be able to recoup losses caused by your misplacement of the key.
Best bet, Ask the boss why you didn't get paid. Find out why and then approach it from there. It might not even be about the lost key. Might be a bookkeeping thing going on, or he may really be a cheat and mad at you for leaving his employ. Find out why and if there isn't a fair and good reason you haven't been paid, see a lawyer and sue for your rights. Gather all the proof you can and be ready with it in court.
Good luck.
2007-11-27 05:21:08 · answer #2 · answered by Top Alpha Wolf 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There would be a clause in a contract or indoctrination you signed stating what the rules are for your last check if you get canned or terminate yourself. If they have not paid you, they probably have a stated reason or they would not hold it to avoid state employment law recourse. You need to know more.
My guess is they discovered the missing key and are recutting your last check to cover the cost of new locks and keys. If that's the case, I hope there's cash left in it for you.
2007-11-27 05:22:52 · answer #3 · answered by Your Uncle Dodge! 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
. If you didn't sign anything to do with the key it was not 'officially' given to you. What I'm saying is there really is no proof you lost it in the first place therefore it really shouldn't affect anything. Although I can see why they'd be pretty annoyed about this.
Guess you have to look into the law on this matter for wherever you live. You weren't specific enough for us to answer this question in detail, but neither do I want to.
2007-11-27 05:24:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the best thing is to ask. When I 1st read the question, keys were the 1st thing I thought of.
Keys are the company's property & also include security.
You may have to pay a replacement fee, but I would definitely follow up on it ASAP.
2007-11-27 05:21:59 · answer #5 · answered by knicname 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the size of your job, meaning the number of employees it has. You can contact the labor department, the wage dept. of the fed. govt. And also contact the Better Business Bur. These actions should all assist. And no, unless it is in writing, they may not hold your check for a key.
2007-11-27 06:15:23 · answer #6 · answered by okeedokee258 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow. It's just possible that they mailed the check; you did not say that you went to the office and was told expressly you were not being paid. However.....
My focus is not on the omitted pay, though it is part of the pattern of oppression and abuse that this employer inflicted on its employees.
It sounds like they were going to fire you for having the temerity to make a baby.
That's sex discrimination. You can sue for that. The withheld paycheck (which is illegal in every state that I can think of) will be icing on the cake when your lawyer opens to the jury.
2007-11-27 05:44:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depending on your state, possibly. Up to 90 days in some places.
Chances are they're being nasty. Be calm, and calmly ask someone why you did not get paid at the appropriate time.
2007-11-27 05:19:59 · answer #8 · answered by benthic_man 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
returning the office key should be done regardless of having been in any kind of agreement.
having it lost must be mentioned to the employer and worked out mutually. the pay to any effective date must be paid regardless of any other matter.
2007-11-27 07:21:34 · answer #9 · answered by babak_shojaei2000 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Borrow a key from a friendly coworker, have a copy made, return the keys and collect your last paycheck.
2007-11-27 05:21:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It depends on your contract, but if you left without giving proper notice, then I think the employer would be within their rights to keep your pay.
They may also be allowed to keep whatever portion of your pay it costs them to replace the office locks.
2007-11-27 05:19:30 · answer #11 · answered by Theresa 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋