Legal Question in Employment Law in Illinois
I am a teacher at a private school who is paid a yearly salary. Our school day starts at 8 AM, but teachers are considered late if they sign in after 7:40 AM. Starting this year, the school has been deducting 1/3 of a day's worth of pay for employees who sign in late, or sign out early. Is this legal in the state of Illinois?
Asked on 5/05/11, 8:27 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Betty Tsamis
Tsamis Law Firm PC
This practice is problematic for two reasons--it could mnake you non-exempt (entitled to overtime) and it might amount to an illegal deduction under Illinois law.
Answered on 5/05/11, 8:42 am