Attorneys Helping Workers Hold Employers Accountable For Expense Reimbursements
Many employers try to do whatever they can to save money. Unfortunately, one common tactic is to force employees to cover costs that they should not be responsible for. Failure to reimburse workers for business-related expenses unfairly takes money out of workers’ pockets, and this practice is usually illegal.
Founded in 1981, Cohelan Khoury & Singer has spent decades advocating for mistreated workers across California. Our skilled team brings more than 200 years of combined legal experience to each case and client. If your employer has effectively docked your pay by refusing to reimburse you for covered expenses, our attorneys are ready to help you fight back.
What Can And Should Be Reimbursed?
If you are an employee, your employer is obligated to cover or reimburse you for business-related costs and expenses of items and services necessary to do your job. This is especially true for things required by the company. Examples of reimbursable expenses include any of the following (if you paid for them out of pocket):
- Uniforms and the laundering of those uniforms
- Office supplies
- Computers, printers and other office equipment
- Seminars and training sessions
- Phone bills and phone-related charges
- Necessary subscriptions to publications and services
- Costs of postage and shipping fees
- Any costs stemming from transaction errors or settling of customer disputes
- Wages paid to support staff
In California, employers who fail to reimburse workers are liable for more than just the original money owed. They can also be ordered to pay interest and cover the legal fees of lawyers hired by the workers. The law allows workers to seek reimbursements for expenses up to four years old, including interest.
If you are involved in a dispute with your employer about expense reimbursements, it is critical to keep detailed records of those expenses and what actions you have taken to seek reimbursement. Then, contact our firm to learn more about how we can protect your rights and help you seek appropriate compensation.
Get Started With A Free Initial Consultation
Cohelan Khoury & Singer is based in San Diego and serves clients throughout California. To discuss your legal options with one of our experienced employee rights attorneys, contact us to schedule a free initial consultation. You can reach out online or call 888-652-2201.