Withheld Final Paycheck Steps

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In Wisconsin, employers must provide final paychecks by the next regular payday. If not received, you can file a wage claim with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development. The police typically dont handle wage disputes as they are civil matters. Contact the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development for assistance.

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My former boss is withholding my final check. Refusing to give it to me causing me not to be able to pay my bills.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Could you please let me know the state you are located in? The laws regarding final paychecks vary by location.
Rice Lake, Wisconsin
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In Wisconsin:
- Employers must give final paychecks by the next regular payday.
- If it's not paid, you can file a wage claim with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.
Would you like their contact information?
Can I contact the police for them to retrieve it?
While it's frustrating, the police typically don't get involved in wage disputes as it's a civil matter, not criminal. You can file a wage claim with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development to help retrieve your final paycheck.
Can I have contact information?

Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * E Washington Ave, Madison, WI *
Website: www.dwd.wisconsin.gov