Employee’s pay cannot be reduced retroactively? And what statutes cover this.
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Employee’s pay cannot be reduced retroactively? And what statutes cover this.
employee’s pay cannot be reduced retroactively.
i am trying to find the Minnesota or other laws that cover this…
Asked on July 19, 2018 under Employment Labor Law, Minnesota
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
No, it cannot. Any reduction in pay must first be relayed to a worker priot to their performing any of their job duties at the lesser rate. Bottom line, a change in wages can only be for work not yet performed, not withstanding an employment contract or union agreement to the contrary.
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