If I haven’t received my final paycheck in a month and corporate won’t get back to me, what is my next step?

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If I haven’t received my final paycheck in a month and corporate won’t get back to me, what is my next step?

I was an employee for a sporting goods store that belonged to a larger corporation. On June 27, they unexpectedly closed our store. That Friday, July 1, we were supposed to get paid. My paycheck a had been sent to the store for reasons beyond me though I had signed up for direct deposit. I never recorded my check. I have been calling the corporate store to talk to payroll and all I get are voicemails. I’ve called 25 times over the past month. They’ve answered maybe about 8 times. When they answer, they tell me my check is coming. New Link Destination
this day it has not come. I’ve even tried to talk to my district manager but his office says he is never available but they will give him my information. I have recorded no response. What is my next step?

Asked on July 25, 2016 under Employment Labor Law, Illinois

Answers:

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 7 years ago | Contributor

In Il, a final paycheck must be given on the next scheduled payday. Since you have waited well past that time period, you can either sue your employer in small claims court and/or file a wage claim with your state's department of labor.

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 7 years ago | Contributor

In Il, a final paycheck must be given on the next scheduled payday. Since you have waited well past that time period, you can either sue your employer in small claims court and/or file a wage claim with your state's department of labor.


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