An Act clarifying the process for paying the wages of dismissed employees

This bill amends Massachusetts labor laws to clarify how employers must handle unpaid wages after firing an employee. It introduces a "Right to Cure" provision that requires employees to send a written demand for missing pay before suing for penalties. If an employer pays the owed amount within fifteen days of receiving this demand, they avoid liability for extra damages or legal fees, provided the debt was clear or the mistake was honest. Additionally, the law allows courts to waive penalties if an employer can prove they acted in good faith and had reasonable grounds to believe they were not breaking the rules. These changes directly affect employers and employees by creating a structured process to resolve wage disputes without immediate financial punishment.