If I was a General Manager for a restaurant and was fired for insubordination, can they withhold my final paycheck?
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If I was a General Manager for a restaurant and was fired for insubordination, can they withhold my final paycheck?
Asked on October 31, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Iowa
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
No they can not. Under Iowa law a final paycheck must be given the employee on or before the next scheduled pay date. There are no circumstances under which an employer can totally withhold a final paycheck under Iowa law. Start by filing a complaint with the Department of Labor. If that does not work then consider a court action against them. Good luck.
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