What to do if my son took a job 3 weeks ago and has not been paid?
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What to do if my son took a job 3 weeks ago and has not been paid?
He worked at a new carpentry job for 3 weeks. He has received no pay, only excuses. How can he get his pay? The only proof he has is text messages between his supervisor and himself.
Asked on December 19, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, New Jersey
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
When an employee is not paid, his or recourse is to sue for the money owed him or her--including possibly in small claims court, where he or she can represent him- or herself (no lawyer fees). Text messages can be provided as evidence of having worked, the rate or wage, etc.; other evidence can include testimony, such as that of your son, of other workers at the job site, of clients or customers, etc.
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