Question: What is the difference between a discretionary bonus and a nondiscretionary bonus? Answer: A discretionary bonus, as its name implies, is a bonus awarded at the sole discretion of the employer and is awarded without employee expectation. In other words,...
Payroll
Can We Reprimand An Employee For Sharing Their Signing Bonus Information?
Question: A new employee told coworkers that she received a signing bonus. Now they’re upset, saying they’ve been here longer and haven’t gotten anything extra. What should I do about this situation? Answer: First, don’t reprimand the new employee who shared her...
Is Job Abandonment A Reason To Withhold An Employee’s Final Check?
Question: An employee hasn't shown up to work the last few shifts and isn't responding to messages. Can we make a policy that employees who quit without notice won't get their final check? Answer: No, federal law requires you to pay employees for all hours they...