If your employer is withholding your final paycheck because you didn’t return company property—like a laptop, phone, or keys—you may be wondering: Can they really do that?

Big names are slashing traditional roles and redirecting talent and capital into AI, automation, and next-gen infrastructure.

If you’re leaving a job and realize that company equipment you were issued—like a laptop, phone, or tools—is lost or damaged, you might be wondering: “Can my employer take that out of my final paycheck?”

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Remote work has made managing company assets more complex—especially when employees leave and don’t return their IT equipment.

Each key milestone—whether a store launch, global expansion, or tech acquisition—triggered a new phase in Walmart’s workforce evolution, shaping it into the employer powerhouse we see today.

This Apple employee growth timeline (featured in the chart above) highlights how major events like the launch of the iPhone, the return of Steve Jobs, and the transition to Apple Silicon fueled Apple’s exponential workforce expansion.

It’s a question many employees ask when leaving a job— “Can they hold my last paycheck if I haven’t returned my laptop, phone or other gear?”

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

When it comes to protecting your company’s assets, documentation is everything.

Several major companies have announced significant layoffs and return-to-office mandates, reflecting ongoing shifts in the global workforce landscape.

A new wave of layoffs has hit some of the biggest names in tech and finance, signaling a shift in how companies are responding to economic pressure and evolving work trends.

In March 2025, U.S. layoffs surged by 60% compared to February.

As Q2 of 2025 kicks off, a clear trend continues: restructuring is in full swing.

Next year’s shortfall is now just shy of $1 billion, making layoffs “nearly inevitable” across city departments.

Another week, another round of job cuts. If you're wondering which companies are "restructuring" next, we've got the full list.

These developments highlight a broader trend of companies restructuring and downsizing to navigate economic uncertainties & evolving markett