Massachusetts Wage Deductions and Illegal Deductions from Employees’ Wages
In Massachusetts, specific regulations govern what employers can and cannot deduct from an employee’s paycheck. Violations of these laws can lead to significant legal penalties for employers, and employees may be entitled to compensation if illegal deductions are made. Legal Wage Deductions in Massachusetts Under both Massachusetts law and federal law, certain wage deductions are legal as long as they meet specific criteria. Generally, employers