Can an employer require you to use your own personal car to transport clients?
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Can an employer require you to use your own personal car to transport clients?
Clients are admitted to our 501 c3 program and have to be transported to their
residence.
Asked on February 12, 2019 under Employment Labor Law, Georgia
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Actually, an employer can require that a worker transport clients in their personal vehicle unless this violates the terms of an employment contract or union agreement. The fact is that most work relationships are "at will". This means that a company can set the conditions of employment much as it sees fit (absent some form of legally actionable discrimination). Furthe, a worker need not be reimbursed for mielage, etc., although an employer may choose to do so. If no such reimbusement is made, then you may be able to deduct costs associated with the use of your vehicle on your taxes return.
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Yes, an employer can. Employers have essentially unlimited power to set the terms, conditions, and duties at work, and can require employees to use their own vehicles for work, including to transport clients. The employer does not need to provide an reimbursement for this, either, though many will voluntarily do so.
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