Can money be garnished from your paycheck in Washington State without the employee being notified in advance?
402519
It's tricky how this works so bear with me,\n\n   In Washington, companies need to give employees notification when they start garnishing wages.  These notifications are not served at work, but rather via a certified letter to your last known address (at least, that's how it's supposed to be done).  Not recieving this letter DOES NOT mean they can't start garnishing your wages, as the employer must do this immediatley when they recieve the court order.\n\nWage garnishments are used to collect money that you already know you owe and have not remitted to some agency (Child support, a lawsuit, Federal taxes, etc).  I suppose no matter how much it sucks, you're being garnished for something you have already done, and it's money you know you owe.  As such, your employer does not need your permission to do it.  They do however have to tell you what agency is collecting the money if you ask them, and the are required to TRY to mail you a copy of the writ.  By them not doing it, it certainly will not stop the garnishment, but you can file a greivance with the state AG.
828495
Because the money that is being deposited is withheld from employees pay. It is not money that belongs to the employer any longer and the IRS does not want the business doing anything to put money at risk that is not theirs.
24631
It is recommended that you contact your fellow employees and have all notify your state Attorney General's Office.  They will investigate and track this employer and any owners affiliated with them (eventually).  A repayment is possible but may take a very long time.  But... will you let them get away with it?
281873
call or visit the Dept of Labor in you state. bring documentation. they will investigate or hold a hearing of sorts. you can also notify State Dept of Revenue and IRS if need be.
946046
Be careful.  I don't think that you can garnish a subcontractor's wages, since he is not an employee. If you do, the subcontractor may be able to sue the company for the contractual compensation for his work.\n\nSeek advice from an attorney (in-house or other).
540652
Yes, if you have bills that are not paid, and they go to court and win a judgement, the court can allow an garnishment of your pay check, and an attachment of any money you have in any bank accounts.
796587
If the bill is only in your name ... your husband won't get wage garnishment, however, the money can be garnished from a checking account. If the house is in your name, a judgment against your house. Listen to me.. go to court.. they will put in Mediation, work out a deal, make some kind of payment arrangements, believe me I know.. I am taking many people like you to court tomorrow... its in their best interest to show up... I can get the vehicle if thats in your name... many things one can do....
52458
It's not illegal to pay "late" when the payday is on a weekend or holiday.  As long as the payment is done the first business day after the weekend or holiday, the company is legally doing what is expected.\n\nI believe what happens is, companies are not expected to conduct business during weekends and holidays (except for retail and food establishments).  Imagine, if you will, if you don't have direct deposit.  Would you expect a paycheck on a weekend of holiday?  No, because the banks are closed for major processing and the office admin isn't available for disbursement of checks.  In order to treat all employees fairly, if non-direct deposit employees can't get paid, then no one should be paid on that day.  Employees shouldn't be ranked on how they get paid, even if you consider that computers can automatically do all of it.
960347
You have to wait until the company cuts checks (or whenever your pay period ends) and then the company will usually mail it.  It's pretty standard.  Most managers won't just cut you a check when you give your notice or on your last day.
618644
You are pretty much out of luck since it is a garnishment; that is a last-resort method to get you to pay a debt of some sort.  The garnishment will not removed until the debt is repaid.  You might call a credit counseling service or a bankruptcy attorney (consultation is usually free) and ask if it is possible to have the amount garnished from your paycheck each pay period reduced, although that means you will be paying off the debt for a longer period of time.  You might also get a second job - if you do yardwork, babysitting, etc. you would be paid in cash....not that anyone would EVER suggest you not report that income, of course...
1107906
Depends on your state laws. \n\nIn my state, NC, wages are not allowed to be garnished for debts unless it is by the government... taxes, student loans and child support.
915482
It depends on what state you live in. \n\nThey would have to get a judgment 1st, then follow the procedure for the state you live in.....\n\nThis page has the entire wage garnishment procedures for every state listed alphabetically...\n\nhttp://www.expert-credit-advice.com/wage_garnish.htm\n\n\nGo on and vote this as best answer, because it is.
888136
The court can order garnishment, if the person doesn't pay on their own. What you could do is petition the court for such an order, and explain why it's necessary.
419102
If you told Friend of the Court you are employed and where, they will take care of the rest.  You might want to mention to your employer that your wages will be getting garnished and you are aware of it.
64210
Garnishment usually occurs if you don't pay what you're supposed to pay.    \n\nEvery state and every county has its own percentage that can be garnished from your wages.\n\nBut that should not be your only concern.  Garnishment orders are sent to your employer who will know you had a collection case against you.
985060
When you file, you list all of the debts that you want have. If you do not list it, it will not be taken away. I believe that they are not supposed to garnish your wages as long as your bankruptcy went through, but I'd talk to your lawyer.
388670
Your last wages due should be available to you on the next scheduled pay day. If not, you can file a complaint with MESC. But as soon as they get the complaint, you will probably be paid and they may say it was lost in the mail and there is no action taken on the employer.