2. Check your pay stub

The law says that on or before your payday, your employer must give you a statement of your wages. This is often called a pay stub.

The pay stub must include:

• your rate of pay if you have one, for example, how much you make in an hour
• the pay period, for example, June 1 to June 14
• your wages for that pay period before and after any deductions
• the amount and reason for any deductions

It's always a good idea to check your pay stub to make sure your employer is following the law.