Bill > H2163

This bill clarifies the process for employers to address wage payment disputes after an employee is terminated. Specifically, the bill introduces a new "Right to Cure" provision that allows employers 15 business days to rectify wage payment deficiencies after receiving a written demand from a former employee. If an employer pays the full amount owed within this timeframe, they can avoid liability for attorneys' fees and treble (triple) damages, particularly in cases involving specific labor law violations. The bill covers situations where wage underpayment results from good faith miscalculations or errors, or when an employer relied on incorrect information from a third party. Additionally, the bill gives courts discretion to waive statutory or treble damages if the employer can demonstrate they acted in good faith and had reasonable grounds for believing their actions were not a violation of labor laws. This provision applies to several specific sections of Massachusetts labor law and aims to provide employers with an opportunity to resolve wage disputes quickly and fairly before facing potential legal action.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2163