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West Virginia Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: When Must An Employer Pay Prevailing Wages In West Virginia? Where Can An Employer Learn What The Applicable Rates Are?
  A: An employer must pay the established prevailing wage for construction work performed on public improvement projects where state monies are involved. The wage rates may … More
• Q: Is An Employer Required To Pay Employees For Unused Sick Leave When They Quit Or Are Discharged?
  A: Company policy determines whether or not sick leave is to be paid after an employee leaves your company. If the company has stated in their policy that sick leave is … More
• Q: May An Employer Pay Its Employees By Check Twice A Month?
  A: West Virginia Code requires that an employer settle with its employees at least once in every two weeks. Paying employees twice a month has been recognized as an … More
• Q: What Employers Are Subject To The Minimum Wage And Maximum Hours Law?
  A: An employer who employs during any calendar week, six or more employees in any one separate, distinct and permanent location is subject to the Minimum Wage and Maximum … More
• Q: What Does The West Virginia Wage Payment And Collection Act Require Of The Employer?
  A: Have a payday at least once every two weeks. (Does not apply to railroad companies by special arrangement.) Pay money in check or money order drawn on banks … More
• Q: What Does The West Virginia Wage Payment And Collection Act Prevent Of The Employer?
  A: Selling goods or supplies to employees at prices higher than the current value. Deducting more than 25% of an employee's earnings under a wage assignment … More
• Q: What Is The Free Osha Consultation Program?
  A: There are four steps involved with the consulting process: First, the consultant will meet with the employer to briefly review the consultant's role and the … More

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