If I Am Fired From My Job, How Soon Must My Employer Pay Me?

Other Connecticut Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: What is the minimum wage in Connecticut?
  A: The minimum wage for adults working in the State of Connecticut is currently $8.00 per hour (as of January 1, 2002). Minors may be paid 85% of the minimum wage for … More
• Q: When Must An Employer Pay Overtime?
  A: According to law, overtime at one and one­half times the employee's regular rate of pay is due after 40 hours of actual work in the workweek. More
• Q: Does Paying An Employee By Salary Exempt Them From Overtime?
  A: No, paying an employee a salary does not make exempt them from overtime. The employee must meet the definition of an executive, administrative, or professional … More
• Q: Am I Entitled To Lunch And Rest Breaks?
  A: There is no state law requiring a break be provided. The law does state that, with exceptions, an employee shall not be required to work for seven and a half or more … More
• Q: Must An Employer Provide Sick Pay, Vacation Pay Or Holiday Pay?
  A: An employer is not required by law to pay for sick time, vacation time or holidays. More
• Q: What Can I Do If My Employer Owes Me Wages?
  A: If you have a wage complaint, you can file a Statement of Claim for Wages Form . More
• Q: Is There A Law Regarding Required Paydays?
  A: State law requires a weekly payday within 8 days of the end of the pay period; however, an employer may write the Regulation of Wages Division for a waiver of this, … More
• Q: What Are The Criteria To Be Considered An Independent Contractor?
  A: The Unemployment Compensation Law defines employment as any service performed under any expressed or implied contract of hire creating the employer and employee … More
• Q: How Do I Know If I Am Eligible To Receive Unemployment Benefits?
  A: To be eligible for benefits, you must meet the following criteria:Be fully or partially unemployed; Be unemployed through no fault of your own [the law imposes … More
• Q: When Should I Apply For Unemployment Benefits?
  A: You should file for benefits immediately after you are separated from employment. Your claim is effective the Sunday of the week in which you first file for benefits. … More