Legal Question in Employment Law in New Jersey

Thank you for your LawGuru question. As a general rule, NO. An employer may not withhold a last paycheck, irrespective of the reason (or lack there of) for the termination. Please feel free to contact me ASAP so that we may explore your options and protect your legal rights. 973-921-0600. You may wish to contact your state's Division Wage & Hour... usually in the Dept. of Labor.

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