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Posted by Racer on October 3, 2000, at 13:20:07
Damn them!
My now former employers are now saying they don't think they should have to pay me, that they will pay me -- eventually -- for this and that, that we need to 'clear the air' about what went on, etc.
I wrote back that what I really wanted most was for them to pay me whatever they were going to pay me, and then to LEAVE ME ALONE! I told them that the whole situation left a bad taste in my mouth, and that all I wanted was to forget I'd ever taken their damn job.
I'm shaking. I really really hate this sort of thing.
Please, let my next job be with normal people!
Posted by Greg on October 3, 2000, at 18:45:29
In reply to More pain and suffering, posted by Racer on October 3, 2000, at 13:20:07
Racer,
Deep breath.....exhale...
OK, an employer cannot withhold your wages unless the state or government instructs them to do so in California. And in the case of the state, that takes a court order. By holding your wages, your employer can be subject to fines and penalties and it sounds like they need to be reminded of that right away. California is an at-will state (unless you entered into to a work contract stating otherwise) and that means that you can quit an employer at any time, for any reason, without prior notice. You owe them no explanation for why you're leaving and would be to your benefit not to give them one. If this still hasn't been rectified, contact the State Labor Commission and report this right away. I can probably get the number for you from my HR Dept if you need it. You'd be amazed at the things employers get away with simply because we let them.
Remember this company is the exception and not the rule. California has a lot of wonderful companies to work for here and I'm sure you're going to link up with one very soon! Please let em know if there's anything I can do to help.
In the mean time, remember that the most important thing you need to do right now is take care of yourself.
Thinking about you,
Greg> Damn them!
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> My now former employers are now saying they don't think they should have to pay me, that they will pay me -- eventually -- for this and that, that we need to 'clear the air' about what went on, etc.
>
> I wrote back that what I really wanted most was for them to pay me whatever they were going to pay me, and then to LEAVE ME ALONE! I told them that the whole situation left a bad taste in my mouth, and that all I wanted was to forget I'd ever taken their damn job.
>
> I'm shaking. I really really hate this sort of thing.
>
> Please, let my next job be with normal people!
Posted by Racer on October 3, 2000, at 20:15:29
In reply to Re: More pain and suffering » Racer, posted by Greg on October 3, 2000, at 18:45:29
Thanks, Greg!
I have already mentioned the part about suing in small claims court, and why I don't want to do it. I haven't mentioned the Dept of Labor yet, but I did think of that.
I guess the biggest problem is that they're kinda hanging on in my consciousness, if that makes sense. I want to forget and move on, but every time I turn around, there's another message on voicemail, or another email.
It's hard enough for me to remember that I'm not totally inept and without worth, it took a lot for me to realize that they caused the situation which I just left. Now, while I'm feeling stronger because of it, I want to be working on my future, not quibbling with my past. And they keep saying things like, "we have to talk to you to clear the air", despite my response that there's no air to clear, and they can do what they like in their anaerobic environment. (I've been a bit nicer than that, but not much. Mostly, I don't know that they'd understand such long words!) I want this to end, and it would be nice if it ended with a check for me.
Thanks for your support, and your concern. They may not seem like much to you, but to me it's a lifeline.
Posted by shar on October 3, 2000, at 20:26:54
In reply to Re: More pain and suffering » Greg, posted by Racer on October 3, 2000, at 20:15:29
Racer,
If you have a friend that is an attorney, could you just tell the co. to contact him or her? Or someone who will pretend to be your attorney? You've given enough time to the co., and, like you said, will be moving on with your life.Also, weren't they a non-profit? In Texas, there are laws that apply to non-profits so they have to be extra careful about what they do.
Shar
> Thanks, Greg!
>
> I have already mentioned the part about suing in small claims court, and why I don't want to do it. I haven't mentioned the Dept of Labor yet, but I did think of that.
>
> I guess the biggest problem is that they're kinda hanging on in my consciousness, if that makes sense. I want to forget and move on, but every time I turn around, there's another message on voicemail, or another email.
>
> It's hard enough for me to remember that I'm not totally inept and without worth, it took a lot for me to realize that they caused the situation which I just left. Now, while I'm feeling stronger because of it, I want to be working on my future, not quibbling with my past. And they keep saying things like, "we have to talk to you to clear the air", despite my response that there's no air to clear, and they can do what they like in their anaerobic environment. (I've been a bit nicer than that, but not much. Mostly, I don't know that they'd understand such long words!) I want this to end, and it would be nice if it ended with a check for me.
>
> Thanks for your support, and your concern. They may not seem like much to you, but to me it's a lifeline.
Posted by ksvt on October 4, 2000, at 15:03:58
In reply to Re: More pain and suffering, posted by shar on October 3, 2000, at 20:26:54
> Racer,
> If you have a friend that is an attorney, could you just tell the co. to contact him or her? Or someone who will pretend to be your attorney? You've given enough time to the co., and, like you said, will be moving on with your life.
>
> Also, weren't they a non-profit? In Texas, there are laws that apply to non-profits so they have to be extra careful about what they do.
>
> Shar
>
> Racer - I can't add much to Greg's suggestions except to say that you bringing an action in small claims court puts all the onus on you and in some states, a positive result is no guarantee of collection. Im my State its an actual crime to fail to pay wages. It doesn't sound like Calif. goes this far, but the State Labor Dept. should be able to point you in the right direction. Most employers hate to deal with state agencies over their employment practices. Frankly, all of this from the very beginning has sounded to me like an employer in some financial distress who is engaged in stall tactics and is probably counting on you not being real assertive. (or thinks you can hurt them in some other way) You can try to find an attorney, but I think you might be better off if there is some mechanism for you to get the State to collect this for you. Good luck ksvt
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> > Thanks, Greg!
> >
> > I have already mentioned the part about suing in small claims court, and why I don't want to do it. I haven't mentioned the Dept of Labor yet, but I did think of that.
> >
> > I guess the biggest problem is that they're kinda hanging on in my consciousness, if that makes sense. I want to forget and move on, but every time I turn around, there's another message on voicemail, or another email.
> >
> > It's hard enough for me to remember that I'm not totally inept and without worth, it took a lot for me to realize that they caused the situation which I just left. Now, while I'm feeling stronger because of it, I want to be working on my future, not quibbling with my past. And they keep saying things like, "we have to talk to you to clear the air", despite my response that there's no air to clear, and they can do what they like in their anaerobic environment. (I've been a bit nicer than that, but not much. Mostly, I don't know that they'd understand such long words!) I want this to end, and it would be nice if it ended with a check for me.
> >
> > Thanks for your support, and your concern. They may not seem like much to you, but to me it's a lifeline.
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