What can I do about unpaid wages?
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What can I do about unpaid wages?
I recently worked for a framing company but left because my employer was moving his company to a location which was to far of a trip for me. While I was working there, he had me helping the sub-crew that he hired. He told me that he would still be the one who gave me my check but after I left he never gave me my last check. He stated that he gave it to the sub-crew owner, which he didn’t because I contacted the owner who is also a friend of mine. I heard he’s done this to many people and I want to know how do I go about getting my money?
Asked on November 24, 2016 under Employment Labor Law, Florida
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S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
You can sue your former employer for breach of contract / account stated. The contract here is your employment contract.
Depending on the amount you are owed, you may be able to file your lawsuit in small claims court. In addition to the amount you are owed, you can recover court costs if you prevail in the case. Court costs include the court filing fee and process server fee.
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