Employer Withholding Pay Unlawfully

Summary

Employers generally cannot withhold pay due to missing documents like a Social Security card. You may file a wage complaint with your states labor department if your pay is being withheld. Ensure your employers request aligns with IRS Form I-9 requirements. Filing a complaint can help resolve the issue.

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Of course. I started working at a Fast food restaurant about * weeks ago, when i interviewed, i told the manager that i had missplaced my Socila Security card, but i had acsess to my ID and my Birth certificate. The manager at that tike said that was enough if i knew my social security number, which i did. Fast forward to now, they are withholding my pay until i give them my social security card, even though they said they didnt need it with the info i have them when i interviewed
****, withholding pay may be a violation of labor laws. Employers generally need your SSN for tax purposes, but withholding pay is usually not allowed.
- You might want to contact your state's labor department to file a complaint.
- Consider checking if your employer's request aligns with IRS Form I-* requirements.
Would you like more information on how to file a complaint?
Yes please
To file a complaint with your state's labor department, follow these steps:
- Visit your state's labor department website.
- Look for the section on filing a wage complaint.
- Complete the required forms and submit them as instructed.
Would you like assistance locating your state's labor department website?
No, thank you
It sounds like you have a potential case for a wage complaint due to the withholding of your pay. Since you mentioned you don't need assistance locating the labor department website, you can proceed with filing the complaint on your own. If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
Thank you
You're welcome, ****! It sounds like you're on the right track to address your issue. Filing a complaint with your state's labor department is a good step. If you need further assistance or have any other legal questions, feel free to reach out. Good luck!
Of course,
****, it seems like you have a strong case for a wage complaint. Withholding pay is generally not permissible. If you need any more details or have other legal questions, feel free to reach out. Best of luck!