Legal Question in Employment Law in Illinois
I have resigned from my position in a social service organization in Illinois.I am being told that I need to sign a document that states I won't sue them in the future, and if I don't sign, I will not get my PTO bank payout or my bonus that comes at the end of our fiscal year if I meet my target, which I did. Is this legal to withold and if not, what do I need to do next.
Asked on 7/14/10, 4:29 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Betty Tsamis
Tsamis Law Firm PC
It is unlawful for an employer to not pay earned wages (PTO and earned bonus). Period. They cannot condition such payment upon you signing a release and agreement to not sue unless they offer something above and beyond that to which you are entitled to (i.e. severance pay).
Answered on 7/15/10, 5:33 am
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