Employer Deductions For Equipment

Summary

Employers in Texas can deduct wages for lost or stolen equipment if theres a written agreement, but not below the federal minimum wage. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) protects tips from deductions except for valid tip pooling. Unemployment benefits in Texas range from $69 to $535 weekly, typically lasting up to 26 weeks.

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My company wants to charge all the workers for radios that have gone missing, I have not taken any. Can they charge me for this?
Hello ****, in Texas, an employer can make payroll deductions for lost or broken equipment if the employee has signed a written agreement. Without this agreement, they can't deduct the cost from your paycheck. However, they can take disciplinary action, including termination.
What if I did not steal or take the equipment?
Even if you didn't take the equipment, Texas law allows employers to deduct from wages for lost or stolen items if there's a written agreement. If there isn't, while they can't deduct the cost, they can discipline or terminate you. If falsely accused, consider seeking legal help.
What if I am paid minimum wage?
Under Texas law, if you're paid minimum wage, your employer can't make deductions for missing equipment without a written agreement, even if the result is below minimum wage. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) prohibits this. Legal help should be sought if this occurs.
Can they deduct with a written agreement if I am paid minimum wage?
Yes, in Texas, even if you're paid minimum wage, your employer can make deductions for missing equipment if there is a written agreement. But, the deductions can't result in you receiving less than the federal minimum wage. If it does, it's a violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Can they deduct from my tips?
In Texas, employers can make deductions from tips under specific conditions such as if you're part of a valid tip pooling arrangement. However, they cannot deduct for things like cash shortages, damages, or lost property. Do you participate in a tip pooling arrangement?
What law states that companies can’t deduct from tips for lost property?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) states that employers cannot make any deductions from an employee's tips for any reason other than a valid tip pooling arrangement or credit card processing fees. This includes deductions for lost or damaged property.
What section of the FLSA is that in?
The regulations regarding tips and deductions are found in Section *(m) and Section 30d00(e) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
What is the federal minimum wage?
The current federal minimum wage is $*.* per hour, as established by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). However, each state may set its own minimum wage, provided it is not lower than the federal minimum.
If a server is paid *.* an hour, can the company make a deduction for lost property?
In Texas, if a server is paid $*.* per hour (tipped minimum wage), the employer cannot make deductions for lost property if it results in the server earning less than $*.* per hour (federal minimum wage). This is outlined in the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
What section of the FLSA is that in?
The relevant sections of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) are Section *(m) addressing the tipped minimum wage and Section 30d00(e) addressing deductions from wages, including tips.
Can an employer make you sign a new written agreement to make you pay for missing equipment?
Yes, in Texas, your employer can ask you to sign a new written agreement to make you pay for missing equipment. However, any deductions made according to this agreement can't result in your wage falling below federal minimum wage.
how much is unemployment for servers?
In Texas, unemployment benefits vary based on your past earnings. The Texas Workforce Commission calculates your weekly benefits by dividing your past wages from the highest paid quarter of the base period by *. The minimum weekly benefit is $* and the maximum is $*.
How long does unemployment last?
In Texas, unemployment benefits typically last up to * weeks. However, during times of high unemployment, additional weeks may be available due to federal extended benefits or emergency programs. Please check with the Texas Workforce Commission for current information.