Final Paycheck Laws in Vermont
When a Vermont employer must pay your last paycheck if you are fired, laid off or quit, and whether unused vacation must be paid out.
Short answer: Within 72 hours of discharge. 21 V.S.A. § 342(b)(2)
| Final paycheck if fired or laid off | Within 72 hours of discharge. Source: 21 V.S.A. § 342(b)(2) |
|---|---|
| Final paycheck if you quit | On the last regular payday, or if there is no regular payday, on the following Friday. Source: 21 V.S.A. § 342(b)(1) |
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FAQ
When do I get my final paycheck if I'm fired in Vermont?
Within 72 hours of discharge.
When do I get my final paycheck if I quit in Vermont?
On the last regular payday, or if there is no regular payday, on the following Friday.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.