If you are terminated from a job but have vacation hours doe, can the employer deny payment?
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If you are terminated from a job but have vacation hours doe, can the employer deny payment?
Asked on April 22, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Florida
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your situation. It is my understanding that employers in the state of Florida are not required to pay vacation pay when an employee is discharged under any circumstances (unless of course there is a signed agreement). File for unemployment. Good luck.
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