What to do about wear and tear on my vehicle, if my employers requires me to use it for work?
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What to do about wear and tear on my vehicle, if my employers requires me to use it for work?
My vehicle’s shocks are getting worn and blown out from the job site, which is a mine. This morning my truck shut off and won’t start because a timing chain broken. Is my employer responsible for the damages and repairs?
Asked on December 17, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Pennsylvania
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
No, the employer is not responsible for the damage and repair. An employer can require an employee to use his/her own vehicle for work and not provide any compensation, reimbursement, repairs, fuel, etc.--it's simply a requirement of the job, and someone unwilling to provide and maintain their own vehicle would need to consider other employment. This is not to say that you can't speak with your employer and see if they will voluntarily provide some compensation--but it would be voluntary on their part.
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