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Delayed Salary, Contract Without Registration, and Loss of Allowance Are Real Dangers. See What the Law Says and Protect Your Rights.
You may be at risk by believing in practices that seem normal but are illegal. Attorney Alexandre Leonel Ferreira (OAB‑MS 14,646) warns that many workers lose rights due to lack of knowledge of the law. This article reveals three common misconceptions that are completely debunked by the CLT (Consolidation of Labor Laws). Use this information to defend yourself.
Why Is Misinformation About the CLT So Common?
The main cause of problems is misinformation. Many workers accept unfavorable conditions because they believe “it has always been this way.” This lack of knowledge about the CLT can cause financial stress and great insecurity. Attorney Alexandre Ferreira, with extensive experience in the field, emphasizes that the first step to protection is knowing your basic rights.
Lie 1: Salary Can Be Paid Until the 10th
This is a dangerous myth. The law is clear and leaves no room for interpretation: Article 459 of the CLT states that salary must be paid by the fifth business day of the following month after it was earned. Any payment made after this date is considered late and violates legislation, ensuring the security of your budget.
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Lie 2: Trial Contract Without Registration in the CLT
There is no formal work without registration, not even during the trial period. The employment record must be updated from the first day of activity. According to Article 29 of the CLT, the employer has a period of five business days to make this update. The lack of registration is a serious irregularity that prevents the proof of length of service and the collection of FGTS.
Lie 3: PPE Cancels Unhealthiness
Many employers believe that providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is enough to remove the unhealthiness allowance. This is not true. The CLT establishes that the use of PPE does not eliminate the right to the allowance if the worker’s exposure to harmful agents continues. The equipment reduces the risk but does not change the nature of the job. If the unhealthy condition persists, the right also persists.
How to Ensure Your Rights Provided by the CLT?
If you have identified with any of these lies, seek guidance. You can contact your union or consult a labor attorney to analyze your case. The most important step is to gather documents and record evidence, such as pay stubs and conversations. If necessary, a lawsuit in Labor Court may be the way to ensure what the CLT stipulates.
