If my boss owes me money can I sue him?
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If my boss owes me money can I sue him?
I work at burger king and was promised $8.00 an hour and only received $7.50 an hour, it took him over a month to finally get my pay up to $8.00 and he still owes me money for 3 previous checks it’s been over 4 months and I still don’t have my money, Iv’e reminded him about it several times but he keeps making excuses and acts like it’s my fault, can I sue him? Should I hire an attorney?
Asked on May 20, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Maryland
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for you. Yes, you can sue for back wages in small claims court and you do not need ana ttorney to do so. Do you have any proof of the promised wage from the beginning or is it your word against his? Proving it will be your challenge. Good luck.
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