HR Chat: Final Wages

You hired a new employee who worked four shifts but didn’t show up for their fifth and has now resigned. They’re requesting immediate payment for the hours they worked. As a small business owner, you haven’t processed payroll for that period yet and aren’t sure what your state requires for final pay. Are you obligated to pay them right away, or can you wait until your regular payroll is run?

From payroll questions to employee terminations, the myHRcounsel team is here to support you. We’ll guide you through the offboarding process and help ensure your decisions comply with local, state, and federal laws, so you can protect your business with confidence.