Wages to be held till employer finds out what owner is going to do. Is common practice @ kennel to let dogs run the yard...just this time the previous dog owner didn't latch the gate securily. I'm being told nothing...if I am paying for the dog, if so how much, if I will still have a job after this is all over...only being told "we have to talk to our attorney". I'm not sure where I stand legally...if I'm responsible or not and for what portion. Also, all pet owners have to sign a disclaimer card stating the kennel or its employees are not responsible for anything that were to happen to their pet...please help!
2007-01-02 09:12:38 · 9 answers · asked by junebug 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I would definitely look for another job.
I dont see what kind of employer would do that.
This guy sounds like a real jerk.
you never said what kind of money you are talking about in terms of hours.
the point of that question would be is it worth it to actually hire an attorney to get back 8 hours worth of $ at minimum wage. Before I went to hire an attorney, i would have my parents drop me off at the police department. I would ask them if I could file charges against them for withholding my pay. I think that if your job wanted to 'get you for damages' taht they would have to follow the same procedures as anyone else would.
GOOD LUCK
I am sure you could work ANYPLACE and whatever business would be lucky to have you.
(IS THIS A MOM AND POP TYPE OF BUSINESS OR IS THIS A FRANCHISE?)
If a franchise, go to your boss' boss!
2007-01-02 09:21:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You in U.S. ?? If you were hired by the kennel owners, signed a W-4 form, paid a salary (hourly or whatever) you better get a complaint off to your local labor board (or whoever). Company losses due to "non-malicious employee neglegence" can NOT be collected from the employee. Pay can NOT be withheld. These people have their soalr panels aimed at the moon... One call to the employer from your state Labor Board will get you paid within minutes, then you just may end up owning that kennel.... Good luck.
2007-01-02 09:38:40 · answer #2 · answered by Gunny T 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Laws vary from state to state but your employer is responsible for telling you and given you a written copy of all policies. If this employer never informed you of this policy than they are in the wrong. They can not with hold your pay unless they have a specific policy which they have to give you in writing. Most employers have you sign something saying you received, read, and understand the policy. If you have no done so in regards to this current policy than I believe you have legal grounds to sue. Contact a lawyer who specializes in employment law for certain.
2007-01-02 09:23:16 · answer #3 · answered by butterflykisses427 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you did the work and are still working you should be paid for working.
sounds like the employer wants to hold your check to help pay for some damages.
i would definitely look for another job. sounds like the pet owner was in the wrong and the employer should stand by their loyal employees.
good luck
2007-01-02 09:15:52 · answer #4 · answered by curious_One 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call an attorney and take him to court you have him by the balls he has no right to hold your pay especially if the owner of the dog lft the gate open
2007-01-02 09:27:01 · answer #5 · answered by plhudson01 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact an attorney, the initial consultation is free. He can advise you. But is sure sounds like you're getting shafted
2007-01-02 09:19:50 · answer #6 · answered by Randy M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go with what Gunny T says and find out about a union organisation, this is what they are there for. Good Luck.
2007-01-02 17:32:27 · answer #7 · answered by polynesiachick 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ideal, i will't write with my left hand in any respect! yet I do lots of issues with my left hand, apparently i'm left hand eye co-ordinated. Or ideal, whichever is the choice of what ideal handers would desire to be! I open doors, carry bags and do maximum stuff with my left hand.
2016-10-19 09:16:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't think it's legal.
2007-01-02 09:20:38 · answer #9 · answered by Lil' Gay Monster 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋