How can I get the back pay Im owed before I quit the company?

My company has had serious cash flow issues for over a year.They currently owe me $15,000 in back pay.

I’ve finally accepted an offer elsewhere, but before I jump ship, I’d like to get the money I’m owed.How can I do this? Once I leave, I’ll just be ghosted.They legally owe you the money, so put what they owe you in writing and ask for a response.

Make copies of the exchange for legal purposes if it comes to that — and that may be the only way to get your money, by filing a claim through the Department of Labor or a private attorney.I would do both simultaneously, because going through the government agency will take a long time, and who knows if the company will still be solvent by then.

If you have an attorney friend who can draft a letter on legal letterhead, that may shake loose your funds more quickly.Gregory Giangrande has over 25 years of experience as a chief human resources executive.Hear Greg every Wednesday at 9:35 a.m.

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