You can file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division, and include information regarding your job title, pay, hours, and additional information from pay stubs and other payment information. You can also pursue your case at a state level, with state labor and employment division resources.
What happens if you don't get paid on payday?
Contact your employer (preferably in writing) and ask for the wages owed to you. If your employer refuses to do so, consider filing a claim with your state's labor agency. File a suit in small claims court or superior court for the amount owed.May 6, 2020
What should I do if my paycheck is wrong?
- Report it right away to your boss or human resources: Assume it's an honest mistake and ask for an immediate correction. ...
- Keep your own records: Make a note of when you arrive at work and when you leave.
How long does a company have to correct a payroll error?
The federal Department of Labor (DOL) is very clear: Employees have two years to recover any wages lost through underpayment. That's two years from the date when the underpayment took place; if they don't learn about it until five years later, they're out of luck.
Can an employer legally not pay you?
An employer cannot refuse to pay you for work you have genuinely done. Both individual state and federal laws require employers to pay at least the minimum wage. ... Failing to make a payment on time or not paying at all would be a violation of state or federal labor laws.