Make garnishments manageable
Garnishments add complexity to payroll—different forms, priorities, limits, and due dates. PAG Payroll Solutions configures each order,
calculates the correct withholding every run, and sends payments to the proper agency or payee on schedule, with documentation for your records.
Types of orders we handle
- Child support & medical support (state disbursement units)
- Federal & state tax levies
- Student loan garnishments
- Civil/creditor orders and judgments
- Bankruptcy orders (per trustee directions)
Our process
- Order intake: We collect the order, employee details, case/claim numbers, and remit instructions.
- Configuration: We set priority, disposable earnings rules, limits, and required fees (where applicable).
- Calculation: Each payroll we compute the correct amount after taxes and pre-tax deductions, applying caps/thresholds.
- Remittance: We send payments to the specified agency/payee and include required references.
- Tracking: We maintain balances (if provided), start/stop dates, and handle amendments or suspensions.
Priorities & limits (at a glance)
Orders can interact—some have priority over others and many are subject to maximum withholding limits. We apply the appropriate rules for each order
and state. When multiple orders are active, we allocate in the correct sequence and document the results on the pay stub and reports.
Note: Specific rules vary by order type and jurisdiction. We follow the instructions on the order and applicable regulations.
Multiple orders for one employee
When employees have more than one order, we set the legal priority (for example, child support ahead of most creditor orders), apply caps to
disposable earnings, and prorate amounts if required. You’ll receive a clear summary of what was withheld and why.
Communication & documentation
We provide timely notices to employees as required, maintain order files with remittance confirmations, and generate reports showing
withholding history by employee and order. If an order changes or ends, we update the setup and confirm the stop date on the next payroll.
Garnishments FAQs
What do you need from us to start?
A copy of the order, employee information, case or account numbers, remittance address or electronic details, and any employer response forms.
How fast can a new order be applied?
Typically by the next eligible payroll after we receive complete documentation, subject to order effective dates and required notices.
What if an employee has multiple orders?
We apply required priorities and limits, then calculate and document the allocations each pay period.
Do you handle agency notices and amendments?
Yes. Send us the updated order or notice—we’ll adjust amounts, start/stop dates, and remit instructions, and confirm changes on the next payroll.