Employer Pay Period Change

Summary

Employers in michigan must adhere to specific rules when changing pay periods. Withholding a paycheck without valid reason is not allowed. You can file a complaint with the michigan department of licensing and regulatory affairs (lara) or discuss the issue with your hr department. Contacting lara can provide guidance on the legality of your situation.

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employer changed pay rate a month ago from bi weekly to weekly. theye are now trying to change pay back to bi-weekly without paying current pay check
That sounds frustrating. In Michigan, employers must follow certain rules when changing pay periods. They cannot withhold your current paycheck.
- Make sure to check your employment contract for pay period terms.
- Michigan law requires employers to pay wages within a set period.
Would you like more information on your rights or help with contacting local authorities?
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Great! Here are some additional details on your rights in Michigan regarding pay periods:
- Employers must pay employees all earned wages on the regular payday.
- Employers cannot withhold your paycheck without a valid reason.
Would you like assistance in contacting local authorities or more specific information on how to address this with your employer?
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It sounds like your employer may be violating Michigan labor laws. You have the right to receive your earned wages on time. You might want to file a complaint with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) or speak with your HR department to resolve this issue.
Would you like more details on filing a complaint or addressing this with your employer?
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It seems your employer might be violating Michigan labor laws by not paying you on time. Here are your options:
- File a complaint with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
- Address the issue with your HR department.
Would you like more specific details on how to file a complaint with LARA?
who can i call to check legality of situation
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You can contact the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) to check the legality of your situation. They can provide guidance and help you file a complaint if necessary. Here is their contact information:

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)


Phone: *-*-*
Website: www.michigan.gov/lara

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