While employers want to deliver consistent, accurate and compassionate service to employees with wage garnishments, they have to balance that with their obligation to comply with varying wage garnishment laws and requirements, which can shift due to changes in legislation.
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In addition, they have to manage the costs associated with the
entire process while maintaining continuity through business
changes, such as employee turnover and updates in garnishment
laws.
Handling wage garnishment orders can be challenging for companies
to do on their own as requirements vary by state, jurisdiction and
the particular court ordering the garnishment. Differences in
maximum withholding limits, calculations, lien priorities and
response requirements can add yet another layer of complexity to
the process. Oftentimes, there's also risk involved in handling
sensitive employee data and communicating with state agencies.
These challenges can make it
