This page provides essential information regarding key state-specific labor laws, employee rights, and compliance requirements. Our goal is to ensure you have easy access to the necessary documents and information to understand your rights and obligations while working remotely in Tennessee.
Tax Withholdings
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As a fully remote employee, you are responsible for ensuring the correct amount of federal and state income tax is withheld from your paycheck.
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Federal Income Tax: Complete Form W-4 (IRS) Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate to figure the correct amount of federal income tax to have withheld from your paycheck.
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State Income Tax: Tennessee does not have a state income tax on wages. Therefore, there is no state income tax withholding on your paycheck. If your employer withholds income tax from another state, contact your payroll office to address the error.
Submit this form to the Payroll Office via the Payroll Office FileSender.
Workplace Rights & Posters
Access important labor law posters and workers' compensation information relevant to employees in Tennessee. These posters provide a summary of various employment laws and worker protections.
Workers Compensation
Worker's Compensation coverage extends to remote employees who suffer a work-related injury or illness while performing their job duties. For an injury to be covered, it must arise out of and in the course of employment. Workers' compensation claims must be reported to the Risk Management Office at 610-758-3899 within one business day of the accident.
How to Claim Unemployment Insurance Benefits
If you become unemployed through no fault of your own and meet eligibility requirements, you may be able to claim Unemployment Insurance Benefits through the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development website. You can file a claim online through their Jobs4TN.gov portal.
Important Note: This information is a summary and is subject to change. For complete details and the most current regulations, please refer to the official Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development website and consult with Lehigh University's HR and Payroll departments for specific guidance.