Legal Question in Employment Law in Louisiana
witheld wages
Can an employer withold wages from a salaried employee due to job closure for inclement weather?
Asked on 9/10/08, 7:51 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Nick Pizzolatto, Jr.
Pizzolatto Law Office
Re: witheld wages
I suspect it depends on the employment contract. If you are paid by the hour, then that is pretty simple....no work, no pay....but if paid a salary, then that presents a different story, especially if you have some sort of leave system that you might be able to use.
Answered on 9/11/08, 8:10 am