What are the laws concerning employees who quit their job? If an employee quits their job, unless they have a written contract for a definite period, the wages are due on the next succeeding payday.
Do employers have to sign their time cards? If it is a company policy, yes, although there is no statute requiring an employee to sign time cards.
Is an employer required by law to have a time clock? No. There is no statute that requires an employer to have a time clock. However, an employer must keep true and accurate records of hours worked.
How long are employers required to maintain their records? Every employer must keep true and accurate records of hours worked and wages paid for each employee. These records must be kept for at least one year after the entry has been made.
What can an employer deduct from wages? No deduction can be made except appropriate state, federal, and social security taxes without a written authorization from the employee or a court order. In all cases, the employee must receive the minimum wage.