Can I sue my former employer for non-payment?
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Can I sue my former employer for non-payment?
I worked for one week. I was not paid for my labor nor was I trained before I was instructed to handle freight. Now my back hurts and I’m stressed and embarrassed. I have contacted store managers, assistant managers, district manager, and the corporate office about my paycheck. I continue to get the “runaround”. What can I do?
Asked on February 1, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Florida
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You now need to file a claim with the state department of labor because essentially you did work for one week. If you were fired for an on the job injury and you are suffering pain, talk to the department of labor about workers' compensation or unemployment claims. It may be simple or may take multiple communications with the department but do not give up. The company was required (as in most states) to pay you upon departure, not give you the run around for the check.
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