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Deductions from Employee Wages Not Allowed Except in Limited Cases
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Deductions from Employee Wages Not Allowed Except in Limited Cases

One of our employees is continually short on their cash drawer. Can we deduct the shortage from the employee’s tips if the employee agrees to…

Stock Options Are Not “Wages” in California
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Stock Options Are Not “Wages” in California

In startup businesses, it’s not uncommon for employees to accept less cash compensation in exchange for stock options — the option to buy the company…

Reporting Time Pay: When It’s Owed Depends on Circumstances
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Reporting Time Pay: When It’s Owed Depends on Circumstances

My employee showed up for her shift in the wrong safety equipment, then later went home sick after clocking in for 30 minutes. Do I…