Wage Theft And Discrepancies

Summary

Jennifer Yost has found multiple errors on her paystubs, including unpaid holidays, incorrect differential pay, and missing hours. She suspects her supervisor, who has a history of falsifying timecards, is responsible. Despite reporting these issues, the errors persist. She has documented these errors and is considering filing a wage claim with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. She has also discovered a discrepancy between a check stub sent via text and the actual check stub connected to her paycheck. She plans to inquire about this discrepancy.

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I have found multiple errors on my check stubs and suspect there are more. I recently found out my supervisor has been caught falsifying timecards in the past couple years. I am one of two employees who can actually access their paystubs. Many coworkers have requested access to their online accounts to see theirs but are being ignored. Last week we were told the facility will be closing Nov. 16th. I have already resolved some of the issue but I feel there are more I have not found.
What specific errors have you found on your check stubs?
I haven't been paid for holidays I've worked. I am not always getting paid my differential pay for the shift I work and at times I haven't been paid for all of my hours.
Have you reported these issues to your HR department or any higher authority in your company?

In Minnesota, employers are required to pay for all hours worked, including overtime and holiday pay if it's part of your employment contract.
Not except my supervisor who is making the errors
Have you documented these errors and your communication with your supervisor? In Minnesota, it's important to have evidence when filing a wage claim.
Yes
What steps have you taken to resolve this issue, and what has been the response so far?

In Minnesota, you can file a wage claim if you believe your employer owes you wages.
Ive shown my boss the errors I've found and sometimes it's corrected promptly other times I've had to threaten that I will file a wage claim with the DOL. I am currently waiting for my holiday pay for the 4th of July and Labor Day as well as differential pay and the difference I'm owed as my PTO wasn't paid out at the correct rate
Have you considered filing a wage claim with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry?

- In Minnesota, you can file a wage claim if your employer owes you wages.
- Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry: * Lafayette Road N., St. Paul, MN *, Phone: *-*-*.
Yes
What is stopping you from filing a wage claim with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry?
I called them and was told my employer has 21 days to correct the error. I don't know if that applies to pay I was to get in July if I just found the error a couple weeks ago
Did you inform your employer about the error you found in your July pay? In Minnesota, the *-day correction period starts from the day the employer is notified of the error.
Yes and was told it would be on my next check along with the other errors I found.
What is the date when you notified your employer about the error in your July pay? In Minnesota, if the employer doesn't correct the error within 21 days of notification, you can file a wage claim.
Friday Sept 8th
Explanation: In Minnesota, if the employer doesn't correct the error by Sept 29th (21 days from Sept 8th), you can file a wage claim with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.
Ok. What if I suspect there could be more errors I haven't found yet. She has a history of falsifying timecards.
Have you considered seeking legal advice or representation to help you navigate this situation?
Yes but I am unsure of what type of attorney to contact
What type of legal issues are you suspecting? This will help determine the type of attorney you should contact. In general, employment or labor law attorneys handle wage disputes.
Wage theft from me and my coworkers
Have you or your coworkers collected evidence of this suspected wage theft? In Minnesota, evidence is crucial for wage theft claims.
What kind of evidence is needed aside from paystubs that aren't correct and not being given access to paystubs when requested.
In addition to incorrect paystubs, evidence can include emails or other written communication about pay issues, time records, and witness statements from coworkers.
Yes actually there are numerous text messages
What do these text messages contain and are they related to your wage issues?
I have received a check stub via text message that wasn't the same as the actual check stub connected to my paycheck. The date the pay period ended was Sept 9th * this text was Sept 6th2023.
What actions have you taken since discovering the discrepancy between the check stub sent via text and the actual check stub connected to your paycheck?
I have not addressed this issue yet
What is the reason for not addressing the discrepancy between the check stub sent via text and the actual check stub connected to your paycheck?
I just forgot about it
What is your plan now that you remember the discrepancy between the check stub sent via text and the actual check stub connected to your paycheck?
I will inquire as to why there is a difference between the two
What is the response from your employer when you inquire about the discrepancy between the check stub sent via text and the actual check stub connected to your paycheck?