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PTO Payout on Termination — Pennsylvania Law

Started by seeking_advice_driver_WA · Jul 25, 2024 · 1,647 views · 9 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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seeking_advice_driver_WA OP

I'm in a difficult situation in Pennsylvania and trying to figure out my next steps.

fired while on medical leave. I've been dealing with this for about 2 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have worked at this company for 3 years. My position is exempt and I do have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.

Am I overthinking this or is this a real legal issue worth pursuing?

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worried_homeowner_CA

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

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newbie_worker_WA

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

TF
TechStartup_Founder

I went through almost the exact same thing.

I ended up hiring an attorney to send the initial letter, which cost about $2-4 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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frustrated_worker_FL

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

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Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

I practice in this area. Here's my take on the legal issues.

The key question is whether the applicable statute of limitations has run. Depending on your jurisdiction, you typically have Title VII years for this type of claim.

One important thing — there are strict deadlines for filing these claims. Don't wait too long.

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NurseUnion_Rep

Been there. Here's what I learned.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

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just_curious_homeowner_FL

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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TruckerRights_OH

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

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eComm_Seller_2022

Been there. Here's what I learned.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is having everything documented. I'd recommend keeping a detailed timeline instead.

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