<prompt> Human: Im probably not posting this in the right subreddit, and for that I do apologize.I work for a small hedge fund that is having some financial troubles. Not many people here know, but our employer is now 3 hours away from missing our payroll deadline. Money has to be wired to our off site HR company by 5 pm or they we dont get paid on Friday. Our accountant has reminded him several times today then he goes in his office shuts the door and doesnt do it.What are our rights if he misses payroll. I work and live in NYS and even though by law he is required to post our labor rights, he doesnt. Update: He approved of the transfer 15 minutes before the deadline so crisis averted this time. Thanks for all of the advice everyone!  <response>: HR Associate here.Largely depends on your state.In some states, companies are required by law to give you 7-days notice if your paycheck is going to be late.The company can often be fined if payroll is processed significantly late a few days.Some companies will cut a manual check that day.If its a matter of money that your company doesnt have, often the State will insure payroll expenses. For example healthcare providers are almost always covered.It seems like in your case it is pure negligence. This is most likely subject to fines if it is over 24 hours. Keep in mind, some companies payday is the day after direct deposits are typically processed.Unpaid wages complaints are due if you cant collect.As for not posting labor rights, call the State IMMEDIATELY. 