What can I do if I work under the table and my boss won’t pay me?
You can sue your employer for not honoring the agreement (even if only an unwritten or oral one) under which you worked in exchange for…
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What if my employer doesn’t pay me?
Employers are required to pay at least minimum wage to employees. When an employee performs work, an employer must pay the employee the full amount of money owed, including both regular wages and overtime for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week. Commissions, bonuses and all other amounts due must also be paid within a reasonable period of time. When an employer fails to pay as required, an employee can file a civil lawsuit or seek help from the government agency responsible for enforcing the rights of workers.
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Apart from some very limited exceptions, the obligations of the business do not become the obligations of the limited liability company’s owners. They are protected from actions by creditors of all kinds, including, unfortunately, employees.
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If your employer refuses to pay you what you’re owed, you’re going to have to sue the employer for money. Lawsuits can be expensive; before going ahead with one, you should see if there are any other legitimate claims you can put against your employer, to increase the total amount you’re suing for and make it more cost effective.
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The answer to this question depends, in part, on the type of bankruptcy under which your employer is filing and when your wages were earned. The timing of your earnings determines the priority given to your claim.
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