Unpaid Wages Recovery Steps

Summary

If you are owed wages in Nebraska, you can file a complaint with the Nebraska Department of Labor, send a demand letter to the employer, or pursue a claim in small claims court for amounts up to $3,600. Consider seeking legal advice for further assistance.

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I became my mother's */* caretaker on an AD waiver through the State of NE, and they had me go through Caretech as an independent contractor, through which I was paid. I am no longer employed there, as my mother passed away on May *, *. Caretech owes me for February and March *. They have sent me documents that match mine and confirm they owe me, but they keep telling me they must have proof that I worked these hours, which is ridiculous, as their records reflect the same hours I'm referring to. They owe me over $*,*, and I don't know whom to turn to next. I have all of my documentation and records that confirm the hours in question, along with screenshots of their own system, confirming the same.
It sounds frustrating dealing with this payment issue. In New Jersey, you can consider taking the following steps:
- Contact the Department of Labor: File a complaint with the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

- Send a Demand Letter: Draft a formal demand letter to Caretech, summarizing your claim and requesting payment.
- Small Claims Court: If unresolved, consider filing a claim in small claims court for amounts up to $*,*.
Would you like to explore any of these options further?
I am in Nebraska
I'm sorry for the confusion. Since you're in Nebraska, here are the steps you might consider:
- Contact the Nebraska Department of Labor: File a complaint regarding unpaid wages.
- Send a Demand Letter: Draft a formal letter to Caretech, summarizing your claim and requesting payment.
- Small Claims Court: If unresolved, consider filing a claim in small claims court for amounts up to $*,*.
Would you like more details on any of these steps?