Despite being over 160 years old, this technology is still widely used today.

When an employee leaves without returning company equipment — like a laptop, monitor, or phone — it’s tempting to withhold their final paycheck until it’s returned. But is that legal?

It’s a common and frustrating situation: an employee leaves your company, and the laptop, monitor, or phone you issued never comes back. Naturally, you might wonder — can we hold their final paycheck until they return the equipment?

If done improperly, it can expose your business to serious legal and financial consequences.

Today's tech trivia question!

A clear, documented policy ensures that all employees understand their responsibilities when it comes to returning company-issued equipment.

This spike in turnover can create serious challenges for businesses, especially those managing remote or hybrid teams.