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Equal Rights Division Newsletter - March 18, 2021

Confused by your paycheck? You shouldn't be. Confused by your paycheck? You shouldn't be.

Wisconsin Wage Payment and Collection Law outlines which information must be included with your paycheck- in clear, reasonable terms.

The Problem

Your employer informs you that their new payroll system requires you to participate in direct deposit. You agree to it - no problem. After all, direct deposit makes less work for you and saves you a trip to the bank every other week. But after a few pay periods, when you notice your deposit is slightly less than it should be, you realize that you haven't been receiving regular pay stubs. Should you contact the Equal Rights Division?

The AnswerPaycheck

Start by asking your employer where and how to access your paystubs. Even if you participate in direct deposit, your employer is required to provide you with a paystub for every pay period. Each paystub must clearly show the number of hours you've worked, your rate of pay, and the amount of and reason for each deduction from your wages. If paystubs are available electronically, your employer must give you a way to view and print each paystub free of charge.

If your employer refuses to provide you with your paystubs or a way to view and print your paystubs, you may want to contact the Equal Rights Division for further assistance.

Know Your Rights

Remember, your employer has the right to require that you participate in direct deposit. But they are still required to provide you with paystubs showing your rate of pay, the number of hours you've worked, and the amount of and reason for each deduction from your wages.

Equal Rights Officers are available to answer your employment discrimination questions. We take calls Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:45 AM and 4:30 PM. Madison: (608) 266-6860; Milwaukee: (414) 227-4384.

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