If there is a mistake on my check how long does the company have to fix it?
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If there is a mistake on my check how long does the company have to fix it?
my check was shorted and they always want to wait until the next check to pay me but I have bills to pay now not later and I get late fees.
Asked on August 2, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Indiana
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of all states in this country, an employee is entitled to get the pay he or she has earned on the designated pay day. If you were shorted on your pay check, your employer is obligated to immediately cure the shortfall.
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