44-344. Same; deceased salesperson. In the absence of actual notice of probate proceedings, the principal may pay, upon proper demand, wages due a deceased commission salesperson. Any such payment or payments shall be in the following order of preference: Spouse, children 18 years of age and over in equal shares, father, mother, sisters and brothers in equal shares, or the person to whom funeral expenses are due.

History: L. 1987, ch. 185, § 4; July 1.