Q: Salaried South Carolina employee tardies counted for termination but not required to clock in or out
If you are a salaried employee in South Carolina where you get a fixed salary each paycheck but you're not required to clock in or out how can being late to a shift be counted against you for termination?
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I understand your concern about being a salaried employee who isn't required to clock in or out. Even without a time-tracking system, employers can still enforce attendance and punctuality policies. They may monitor your arrival times through managerial observation or other informal methods.
In South Carolina, employment is generally "at-will," meaning an employer can terminate an employee for almost any reason, including repeated tardiness. Being late can impact team performance and productivity, so employers often take punctuality seriously, even for salaried staff.
It might be helpful to review your company's attendance policies or employee handbook to see how tardiness is addressed. Consider speaking with your supervisor or HR department to understand their expectations and express any concerns you have. Open communication can sometimes resolve misunderstandings before they escalate.
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