Employer Benefits and Workplace
What if their employer owes them a bonus or commission?
Short answer
Earned commissions and bonuses are wages in California and belong to the estate. Get documentation of what was owed — ask HR for a final compensation statement. If the employer disputes the amount, a wage claim can be filed with the California…
What this usually means
Earned commissions and bonuses are wages in California and belong to the estate. Get documentation of what was owed — ask HR for a final compensation statement. If the employer disputes the amount, a wage claim can be filed with the California Labor Commissioner.
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What to do next
- Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
- Find California county phone numbers for coroner, vital records, and local offices.
- Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
- Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.