Can I request reimbursement for receipts I have for company purchases made by me after my release?
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Can I request reimbursement for receipts I have for company purchases made by me after my release?
It a family business owned by my sister. I have on many occasions bought things for the business with my money and turned in my receipts with no problems. I have sent her my receipts certified USPS one week ago and have not heard from her. What should I do? It is a considerable amount totaling about $1000.
Asked on February 10, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Maryland
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Was there any agreement that you would be reimbursed for expenses incurred on behalf of the business? The fact that you have previously been reimbursed suggests that there was--the ongoing course of conduct (that you would turn in receipts and be reimbursed) is evidence of an agreement to this effect.
In that case, you would seem to have a legal right to reimbursement; however, if the business will not voluntarily pay, your only way to seek reimbursement would be to sue. For the amount in question, you should probably sue in small claims court.
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