Legal Question in Employment Law in California

Is it legal to take money out of all checks, regardless of the responsible employee, to purchase supplies needed to do their job? Given that, for example, brooms are broken (from usage).


Asked on 9/05/11, 12:48 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

No. When appropriate to the job duties, money for uniforms and things like that can be deducted, but not from all employees. Employees can not be 'charged' for loss, accidents and broken things unless guilty of intentional misconduct in the matter. Anyone with such improper deductions would have a lawsuit or a claim with the Labor Commissioner, for reimbursement, interest on the money, penalties and attorney fees if successful. If serious about pursuing such a claim, feel free to contact me.

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Answered on 9/05/11, 2:15 pm


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