EmploymentQuestion 229 of 1605
An employee gives the contractor 72 hours of advance notice that they will quit. On the employee's last scheduled workday, when are final wages due?
a.Within 72 hours after the last day worked
b.By the next regular payday
c.Within 30 days of resignation
d.On the last day of work
Explanation
When an employee quits with at least 72 hours of advance notice, final wages are due on the last day of work. The 72-hour grace period only applies when the employee quits without giving such notice.
Law Reference: Labor Code §202Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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