Judges Authority In Claims

Summary

In California small claims court, judges can adjust awarded amounts based on evidence and legal guidelines. For unpaid wages, penalties for late payment may be considered. If a contract was signed under duress, it might be invalid. Present evidence of unpaid wages and any coercion in court.

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I have a former employer who i worked for. I worked for him for like 2 days bc he was sketchy but anyways i worked * hours for 2 days and i wasn’t compensated for the overtime.
It sounds like you want to know if you can claim unpaid wages and penalties in small claims court in California. Here are some points:
- In California, overtime must be paid for hours worked over * in a day or * in a week.
- Penalties for unpaid wages can include waiting time penalties.
- A judge can adjust the claim amount based on evidence and applicable laws.
Have you already attempted to contact your former employer about this issue?
Yes, i have formally requested he pay me. He told me to “eat shit” anyways, he claims i signed a contract that says i was paid in full and that i forfeit all future claims about compensation. I did sign it but he wasnt going to let me have my paycheck without signing it
It sounds like you're dealing with a difficult situation involving unpaid wages and a potentially coerced agreement. Here are some important points to consider:
- In California, employees cannot be forced to sign away their rights to wages. If you signed under duress, the contract might be invalid.
- You may be entitled to waiting time penalties for unpaid wages.
- You can file a claim with the California Labor Commissioner for unpaid wages and penalties.
Would you like more detailed information on how to file a claim or on your rights regarding coerced agreements?
I mean im going to small claims bc im not dealing wirh allat.
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In California, small claims court can be a suitable venue for seeking unpaid wages. Here are some key points:
- A judge can consider the validity of coerced agreements.
- You can present evidence of unpaid wages and duress.
- Waiting time penalties might also apply.
If you need more help with the filing process, let me know!