If you refuse to return overpaid commissions, you could face a variety of repercussions, such as disciplinary measures from your employer, future paycheck deductions, or even legal action to recover the money.
This can also strain your relationship with your employer and potentially harm future job references. It’s important to understand if the payment of wages is regulated by law and reading about it can help you see why employers might take these steps and how wage regulations affect these situations.