Are employers allowed to make deductions from an employee’s wages for unauthorised absences?

In Hawaii, employers are generally not allowed to make deductions from an employee’s wages for unauthorised absences. This is because the state’s Employment Contracts Law states that an employee’s wages must be paid in full and on time, regardless of how often or how long they take an unauthorised absence. That being said, there are certain circumstances in which an employer is allowed to make deductions from an employee’s wages. For example, if the employee has damaged or stolen employer property, the employer can be legally allowed to make deductions from the employee’s wages to cover the cost of the damage or theft. Additionally, some employers may be allowed to make deductions from an employee’s wages for unpaid company-sponsored loans. Also, an employer is allowed to deduct wages for an unauthorized absence if the employee has already received payment for that day. This is because the employer is entitled to recoup the wages they have already paid. This type of deduction can only be made in accordance with the written agreement between the employer and employee. In summary, the Employment Contracts Law in Hawaii generally prohibits employers from making deductions from an employee’s wages for unauthorised absences. However, there are some exceptions to this rule.

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