Q: I’m being threatened legal action for overpayment from the school board of broward county. Can they sue me for a mistake
Due to an error of their paperwork I was over paid one paycheck. Even though, I followed the proper procedure for resigning. I’m being threaten of a lawsuit for an error that they made. What should I do? Please help.
A: It never ceases to amaze me how many educated people still think the old school-yard rule of "finders-keepers" is some sort of legal justification for keeping something valuable that does not belong to them. Unless you want your employment record sullied more than it is now, and unless you enjoy being sued over peanuts--and having to hire a lawyer to defend you, you should give the money back immediately.
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