Legal Question in Employment Law in California

I am no longer with my company. But they are still sending me the paycheck through direct deposit. I am leaving in Southern California.


Asked on 10/03/09, 12:10 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

If you are not entitled to the pay, you should not keep the money. Contact the payroll department, clear up the company's error, and make arrangements to return the money. You should copy the reimbursement check, and send it by certified, return receipt mail to have a record of its return.

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Answered on 10/04/09, 3:58 am
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Return the unearned pay or face criminal and civil charges.

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Answered on 10/05/09, 3:00 pm


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