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How Should a California Employer Handle a Deceased Employee’s Final Pay
August 14, 2026
Question: One of our employees recently passed away. How should a California employer handle the employee’s final pay, including any accrued vacation? Answer: The employer’s first step is to determine who has legal authority to receive the deceased employee’s final wages. California law does not allow an employer to simply hand the paycheck to the person…
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