If I was laid off and signed a general release but did not receive my earned PTO in my final paycheck, does signing the release stop me from pursuing?
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If I was laid off and signed a general release but did not receive my earned PTO in my final paycheck, does signing the release stop me from pursuing?
I had 136 hours of unused PTO. Each year they expire if not used by 12/31. I get more 01/01 based on how long there. I worked in MA.
Asked on April 21, 2017 under Employment Labor Law, New Hampshire
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
A definitive answer depends on the exact terms of the general release, since a release is a contract, and contracts are enforced in accordance with their specific language. That said, if the terms of the release do have you give up, say, *all* claims, then yes--you cannot pursue this, because you contractually gave up your right to take legal action for any amounts allegedly owed you.
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