Does my employer have to pay me my earned but unused PTO when I leave?
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Does my employer have to pay me my earned but unused PTO when I leave?
I gave the proper 2 weeks notice.
Asked on May 20, 2018 under Employment Labor Law, Connecticut
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
In CT, state law does not specifically require employers to pay out accrued PTO (or vacation) upon termination. That is unless a consistent company practice, written policy or contract (e.g. employment or union) promising such payment creates an enforceable legal obligation to do so.
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