New Jersey Final Paycheck Laws
Calculate when final wages are due under New Jersey law. Enter the termination details below.
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New Jersey Law
Next regular payday
New Jersey requires final wages to be paid by the next regular payday. There is no accelerated timeline for involuntary terminations. If an employer fails to pay final wages, employees may file a wage claim with the NJ Department of Labor.
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New Jersey Final Paycheck Requirements
| Scenario | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Employee is fired or laid off | Next regular payday |
| Employee quits with notice | Next regular payday |
| Employee quits without notice | Next regular payday |
| PTO/Vacation payout required? | No / depends on policy |
Penalties
New Jersey 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
New Jersey does not require employers to pay out accrued vacation upon separation. However, if your company policy, employee handbook, or employment contract promises vacation payout, you must honor that commitment. Review policies carefully to avoid creating unintended obligations.
Additional Notes
New Jersey requires final wages to be paid by the next regular payday. There is no accelerated timeline for involuntary terminations. If an employer fails to pay final wages, employees may file a wage claim with the NJ Department of Labor.
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