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how do I collect unpaid wages from employer
I was wrongfully terminated from my job
and not paid for the work and hours I
work for them now they are taking me to
court slandering my name to everyone
Asked on May 2, 2018 under Employment Labor Law, Oregon
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
You don't give any details regarding the circumstances of "wrongful termination" but in general, any hours worked should be compensated. If you owe your former employer any money, etc. then, as a general rule, they cannot deduct for it from your paycheck without your written authorization. Your former employer will have to sue you in court for it. At this point, you can consult directly with a local employment law attorney 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 5 years ago | Contributor
You don't give any details regarding the circumstances of "wrongful termination" but in general, any hours worked should be compensated. If you owe your former employer any money, etc. then, as a general rule, they cannot deduct for it from your paycheck without your written authorization. Your former employer will have to sue you in court for it. At this point, you can consult directly with a local employment law attorney and/or file a wage claim with your state's department of labor.
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