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Can a salaried manager quit a job and collect unemployment if the employer changes their wages to hourly pay?

Can a salaried manager quit a job and collect unemployment if the employer changes their wages to hourly pay?

Q: Can a salaried employee collect unemployment?

Yes, a salaried employee can collect unemployment benefits if they meet the eligibility requirements. This typically includes being laid off or having a valid reason for quitting, such as a significant change in job conditions or pay.

Q: Can an employer change the rate of pay without notice?

In general, employers can change the rate of pay without prior notice, but they must comply with state laws and employment contracts. It's advisable to check your state's specific regulations regarding pay changes.

Q: What are the conditions for unemployment in Utah?

In Utah, you may qualify for unemployment benefits if you are laid off or quit for a good cause related to your work. Good cause can include unsafe working conditions or significant changes to your pay. It's important to file your claim promptly.

Q: What states require pay change notices?

Some states require employers to provide notice of pay changes, while others do not. States like California and New York have specific laws mandating written notice for pay changes. Always check your state's labor laws for details.

Full question:

Can a salaried manager quit a job and collect unemployment if the employer changes their wages to hourly pay ,and it's not as much as their salaried wage?

Category: Employment
Subcategory: Unemployment
Date: 04/07/2025
State: Indiana

Answer:

If you quit voluntarily:

If you quit voluntarily without good, work-related reasons, you may not qualify
for benefits. Good, work related reasons include, but are not limited to:

•Your employer arbitrarily (unreasonably) changes the terms or conditions
of your work,

•Safety violations at your work site,

•Harassment, and

•Domestic or family violence.

Some exceptions are made for those who voluntarily leave work for other reasons.
Please visit www.in.gov/dwd for more information on these special conditions,
or contact DWD at 1-800-891-6499.

This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.

FAQs

Do you have to accept a pay cut?

No, you do not have to accept a pay cut. If your employer proposes a pay cut, you can choose to negotiate or refuse the change. However, if you quit due to the pay cut, it may affect your eligibility for unemployment benefits unless you have a valid reason for leaving.