Does the employer have the right to hold half the salary of employee?

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Q: I'm a housemaid. My employer cancelled me yesterday and he said he will not give me half of my salary because he wants me to exit. What should I do about my salary? A: Employer has no right to reduce your salary without your prior consent. You have the full right to claim the balance of the same…

Maha Bin Hendi · Accepted Answer

Dear Madam,

In response to your inquiry, please note that the employer has no right to reduce your salary without your prior consent.

Consequently, if you haven't signed an official document with your consent, then you have the full right to claim the balance of the same.

Hope this answered your enquiry.

Best regards

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