How long does an employer have to give you your last paycheck after I quit?
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How long does an employer have to give you your last paycheck after I quit?
I recently quit my job because my hours were cut significantly. I quit 2 weeks ago and have still not recieved my paycheck.
Asked on May 8, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Idaho
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Under Idaho long, the final paycheck must be paid by the earlier of either 1) the next regularly scheduled payday (that is, when you would have been paid had you not quit) or 2) 10 days after the end of employment. However, if you make a written request for the check, the employer must pay you within 48 hours (not including holidays and weekends, though) of receiving your request. If you have not been paid after 2 weeks, it appears your employer have violated Idaho law; you may wish to contact your state department of labor.
Here is a link to an informative page put out by your state department of labor: http://labor.idaho.gov/dnn/Default.aspx?tabid=693&AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1#FAQ7
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