Do I have to give the money back?

[sd2006]

Interested in anyone’s input on this: I quit my job two weeks go but my employer forgot to take me off the payroll, thus I have received my pay through direct deposit for two weeks ($1200) more than I am entitled to. I worked there for two months and the first month was off the books(paid by check). I don’t need them as a reference. My question is...do I have to give this money back? What is the worst they can do to me? Any advice or opinion is appreciated.

 

[cbg]

Yes, you have to give the money back. They can sue you for it. If they do, you will lose.