Pennsylvania Final Paycheck Massacre

[skooncy]

Hi, there -

I recently resigned from a medical staffing agency located in center city Philadelphia, for many, many reasons - all falling under the same category: poor working conditions.

I had not given two week's notice, but brought an envelope to the building to be picked up by whoever was working that day, that included: my resignation letter, my cell phone (and charger), and the office key. All office supplies has been returned and undertstood by both parties.

Now, after squaring all of that away, my ex-boss is telling me to come in to pick up my final check. I explained that I was not physically able to, because I am out of the area temporarily. He explained that:

"It is necessary for you to have an exit interview (it will be as brief as possible) prior to receiving you final paycheck unless you have a medical reason for not being able (doctor's note will be required). Please call at your convenience to arrange. We will make ourselves as available as possible."

See, now..... there had never been any talk of an Exit Interview, anywhere in my contract, or in the office air, at all. I do not have a medical reason for not coming in, but I certainly have a lot of harassment charges to throw at him. I cannot sit in the same room with that person for over a few seconds - I'd crawl out of my skin.

By law, it says they are to pay me the next scheduled payday, which, was Friday the 11th (I had quit on Thursday the 10th). That should be regardless of my boss's desire to have a final chat with me - which, if I can avoid it, will not be happening, because I am highly uncomfortable in his presence.

I don't know what my ultimate question is anymore, because this has gotten so frustrating. If this guy is trying to mess with me, it wouldn't come as a surprise. Please tell me I'm not imagining things. If you could also delve a little more into the laws concerning the next scheduled payday charade, and how my not giving two week's notice is involved (I just outrightly quit - no time in advance) it'd be greatly appreciated.

Thank you so much for your time!

[Beth3]

PA requires final wages be paid no later than the next regular pay day. Your failure to give advance notice of your leaving has no impact on that. If your employer refuses to mail your check, then contact PA's Department of Labor and file a complaint.

[Pattymd]

In Pennsylvania, you must receive your final paycheck no later than the regularly scheduled payday for the pay period in which your last day worked occurred. The employer cannot put any conditions on this date, such as an exit interview, signing any forms, or returning company property.

If this date has passed and you have not received your paycheck, you can file a claim with the state Dept. of Labor.

[Pattymd]

JINX, Beth

[skooncy]

Thank you both so much for your prompt responses - there had really been a need for a second opinion.

Check is in the mail.

I am amazed at how unprofessional and childish these people really were, and have no problem taking a few weeks off to find others that will at least respect me.