Wage Theft, Gig Work, and the Fine Print: What’s Really Hitting Your Payroll?

Understanding Payroll Deductions and Wage Theft: Episode 130 Welcome to Episode 130 of 'It's About Your Paycheck'! In this episode, hosts Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan II dive deep into payroll topics relevant to both new and seasoned professionals. They discuss the issue of wage theft, the importance of understanding payroll deductions, and the protections in place for employees, particularly in California. They also touch on sports updates and share their thoughts on the current state of women's basketball. Tune in to gain insights on wage regulations, employee rights, and the impact of state-specific rules on your paycheck. Stay informed and ensure you're not missing out on important payroll essentials! 00:00 Introduction and Hosts 00:20 Casual Conversation and Sports Talk 02:55 Wage Theft Discussion 07:22 Deductions and Overpayments 10:10 Sponsorship Shoutout 12:03 California Deductions Overview 15:05 Understanding Uniform Costs and Business Losses 15:37 Inspecting Payroll Records and Written Notices 16:12 Mandatory Deductions and Employee Education 16:47 Contacting Labor Commissioners and Statute of Limitations 17:18 Protection Against Retaliation and Final Thoughts 17:32 Engaging Discussion and Future Show Ideas 18:29 Allowed and Prohibited Deductions in California 20:54 Union Agreements and Tardiness Deductions 22:38 Prohibited Deductions and Employee Rights 27:04 Private Employers and Legal Definitions 27:56 Gig Workers and Payroll Protections 31:07 Concluding Remarks and Community Engagement Pay News Updates - 10 Min Walt (5 min) https://calmatters.org/explainers/when-employers-steal-wages-from-workers/ v Brian (5 min) https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/education-news/hisd/2024/10/08/502334/houston-isd-to-make-payroll-deductions-for-thousands-of-teachers-after-overpayment-error/ To learn more, Please contact TimeTrakGO at 888-321-9922 or visit www.timetrakgo.com t-i-m-e-t-r-a-k-g-o.com LET’S GO!!! https://www.timetrakgo.com/signmeup?utm_source=SMB24&utm_medium=IAP&utm_id=SBM24