Can an Employer Hold My Salary? What Are My Legal Rights?" πΌπ°π¨ | #EmploymentLaw #SalaryRights #HRPolicies
π€ Question:
"My employer is refusing to pay my salary without any valid reason! Is this legal? What can I do?" π€π°πΌ #SalaryIssues #WorkplaceRights
✅ Answer:
No! Employers CANNOT hold back your salary without a legal reason! π¨π It is your fundamental right under the Payment of Wages Act, 1936 & the Shops and Establishments Act. ⚖️π️ #KnowYourRights #LabourLaws
πΉ When Can an Employer Withhold Your Salary? ⚠️π
✔️ Unapproved Leave – If leave exceeds balance & is unpaid. π️π
✔️ Pending Deductions – If tax, PF, or penalties are legally applicable. πΌπ°
✔️ Breach of Contract – If you violate notice period terms. π¨π #WorkContracts #HRPolicies
πΉ When Is It ILLEGAL to Hold Salary? π«π°
❌ Without Notice or Explanation – Employers must provide valid reasons. ⚠️π
❌ As a Punishment – No salary can be withheld as a penalty. π¨⚖️
❌ For Unjustified Performance Issues – Performance review ≠ salary hold! πΌπ #EmployeeRights #HRLaw
πΉ What Can You Do If Salary Is Delayed? ✅π
π Send a Formal Email – Request a written response from HR. π©πΌ
π Refer to Your Employment Agreement – Check salary clauses. π⚖️
π️ File a Complaint – Labour Commissioner, legal notice, or court action. π¨π #LegalRemedies #WageProtection
π― Pro Tip:
π‘ Always keep salary slips & employment contracts as proof! ππ #JobSecurity #WorkplaceLaw
πΌ Facing Salary Issues? Need Legal Support?
We at Lexis and Company assist in salary disputes, labor law violations & workplace legal matters! ⚖️ππ°
π Call Now: +91-9051112233
π Website: https://www.lexcliq.com
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