Unpaid Wages Reimbursement Case

Summary

In California, if you are required to use personal tools for work, employers must reimburse you. Document all related expenses and gather any communication about the requirement. Consider contacting the California Labor Commissioners Office for guidance on filing a claim. Consulting with a lawyer may also be beneficial.

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I’m trying to see if I have a unpaid wages case
To determine if you have an unpaid wages case in California, consider the following:
- Were you paid less than the minimum wage?
- Did you work overtime without receiving overtime pay?
- Were there any unlawful deductions from your pay?
Could you share more about your situation, such as your employment status and any relevant details?
I work at a dealership. Using my own tools for the last year and a half getting paid * an hour
Thanks for sharing, ****. In California, employers are generally required to provide necessary tools or reimburse employees if they are required to use their own. If you've been using your own tools without reimbursement, you might have a case. Would you like more information on how to proceed?
I work mobile for them and tools weren’t given
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It seems like you might have a strong case for reimbursement for the tools you've been using. In California, if an employer requires you to use personal tools for work, you're typically entitled to be reimbursed. Would you like more information on how to proceed?
Yes please
Case Rating: *
Great, ****! Here are some steps you might consider:
- Document all expenses related to the tools you’ve purchased or used.
- Gather any written communication about the requirement to use your own tools.
- Consider contacting the California Labor Commissioner's Office for guidance on filing a claim.
If you need further assistance, especially in preparing a claim, consulting with a lawyer might be beneficial. If you decide to reach out to local lawyers, feel free to let me know!