Michigan Final Paycheck Laws

Calculate when final wages are due under Michigan law. Enter the termination details below.

Final Paycheck Deadline Calculator

Find out exactly when the final paycheck is due based on state law.

Final paycheck is due
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Michigan Law

Next regular payday

Michigan does not require immediate payment upon termination. Final wages are due on the next regularly scheduled payday. Unlike California or Massachusetts, there is no accelerated timeline for final pay.

MI Labor Code
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Michigan Final Paycheck Requirements

ScenarioDeadline
Employee is fired or laid offNext regular payday
Employee quits with noticeNext regular payday
Employee quits without noticeNext regular payday
PTO/Vacation payout required?No / depends on policy

Penalties

Michigan does not have specific statutory penalties for late final paychecks. However, employees may still file wage claims and employers could face other consequences.

PTO/Vacation Payout

Michigan does not require employers to pay out accrued but unused vacation upon termination. However, if your company policy states that vacation will be paid out, you have created a contractual obligation. Review policies carefully and be consistent.

Additional Notes

Michigan does not require immediate payment upon termination. Final wages are due on the next regularly scheduled payday. Unlike California or Massachusetts, there is no accelerated timeline for final pay.

Legal Citation: MI Labor Code

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