Can a trucking company take money out of my paycheck for an accident?
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Can a trucking company take money out of my paycheck for an accident?
Asked on January 8, 2016 under Employment Labor Law, Utah
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
The only time that such a paycheck deduction can be made is if the employee in question expressly agreed to it and in writig. othersie, toe make such a deduction is illegal. However, you will eed to check your hiring paperwork (e.g. company handbook etc.). You may have signed soethg that you don't remember.
That having been said, you can still be held liable by your employer for the cost of the truck repairs. Accordingly, it can choose to work out a repayment arrangement with you or even sue you in court if need be, but it can't just take money out of your paycheck.
At this point, you can file a complaint with your state's department of labor and/or sue your employer in small claims court.
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