If I’ve been working for a company for a little over a month and a half and still have yet to be paid, what can I do?
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If I’ve been working for a company for a little over a month and a half and still have yet to be paid, what can I do?
I’ve talked to my boss and tried asking him several times for timesheets that he told me he was going to fill out. I asked him when I’d be getting paid and how long it takes for timesheets to go through our system. He never answered directly and I didn’t think much of it until now since it became a problem. I was just wondering what the best course of action would be and what sort of evidence I would need.
Asked on August 11, 2016 under Employment Labor Law, Ohio
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You can file a complaint with the state department of labor, which enforces the wage-and-hour laws: they may be able to help you. If they can't or won't, you could sue the employer, including in small claims court (if the amount is under the small claims limit) and/or on a "pro se" (as your own attorney basis; good for saving money on smaller claims) for the money. You would need to prove in court, such as by testimony (including your own) and any documentation (time cards, emails, texts, etc.) the days and hours you worked and the rate of pay.
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