Sign On Bonus Dispute

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If you didnt sign any agreement about the bonus, your employer may not have a legal basis to demand repayment. In Pennsylvania, employers generally cannot deduct wages for bonuses paid without a signed agreement. However, it is advisable to consult with a local employment attorney for precise advice.

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Could you please elaborate on the specific issue you're facing at your workplace, ****?
My first day at my Daycare job was May * for shadowing. I just put my two weeks in at this job and my boss is telling me if I leave I have to pay her back my 90 day sign on bonus because I haven’t been there 90 days. She told me that my first official day was the day I send my clearances (May *). She advanced my bonus without my permission, she is not telling me that I should pay it back. Should I?
Did you sign any contract or agreement regarding the sign-on bonus and its conditions?
no
If you didn't sign any agreement about the bonus, she may not have a legal basis to demand repayment. However, laws vary by location. What state are you in?
Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, without a signed agreement, employers generally cannot deduct wages for bonuses paid. However, consult with a local employment attorney for precise advice.
My name is Izzy and I would like to ask for help regarding an inheritance case based in Indonesia. Do you know the Indonesian Islamic and also the civil law?
Hey Izzy! I can definitely provide some general information on Indonesian inheritance laws, both Islamic and civil. Could you please share more specifics about your situation? This will help me give you more precise information.
Can I upload a document for you to scan and summarize?
Unfortunately, I can't process or summarize documents directly. However, you can provide the key details or questions you have, and I'll do my best to offer guidance. Could you describe the main issues or concerns you have regarding the inheritance case?