If I worked as a temp worker for a company based in one state but I live in another where the actual assignment was, where do I sue for non-payment?

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If I worked as a temp worker for a company based in one state but I live in another where the actual assignment was, where do I sue for non-payment?

The job was terminated and the employer refuses to pay me my final 2 weeks. I am contemplating a lawsuit to recover wages. I have already sent a certified letter, registered mail formally requesting my back wages which are about 2 weeks overdue now.

Asked on March 27, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Missouri

Answers:

Hong Shen / Roberts Law Group

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

You should go to that state to sue the company. If the company has sufficient contact with your state, such as doing business there, maintaining an office there, etc., your state long arm statute may allow you to sue in your state. You should contact a local attorney for details.


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