2007-01-29 05:44:30 · 15 answers · asked by scoobydoo77_2004 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
no way!
if they not gonna pay you then u dont have to work,
u will be contracted to work out a period of time but they are contracted to also pay you
2007-01-29 05:47:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Note: The following applies to the US. If outside the US, you can skip this answer.
The answer, somewhat, depends on where you're employed. If you're employed in an "At Will" state, then either you or your employer may terminate your job at any time for any reason (other than illegal discrimination) or without reason.
So, you can just up and quit.
If you have a contract, however, then you will be required to follow the contract. If the contract indicates that you will be paid a certain amount, they cannot default on paying you. However, if your contract includes a clause that says that you agree to work, without pay, for certain situations (such as a "close down"), then you'd be in violation of your contract to leave.
In all likelihood, you're welcome to just up and quit. In doing so, you risk being badmouthed, not getting a reference, etc.
What you can't do, unless you have a contract that says so, is make them pay you.
If you've already worked without pay, contact the Labor Department within your state to determine what avenues you have for collection.
A company that is shutting down may have their assets carefully controlled. Employees may not be at the top of the list for getting paid.
I'd suggest you find a new job, fast.
2007-01-29 05:55:01 · answer #2 · answered by Jay 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you sign an I am a slave contract? You still have bills to pay of course they can't force you to work for no pay, there is no law against them trying to get you to volunteer your time so that when the axe falls they can walk away with a few extra shekels, get out and find a job that will help you keep YOUR body and soul together.
2007-01-29 06:00:34 · answer #3 · answered by ♣ My Brainhurts ♣ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. You are providing a service and they've agreed to compensate you in some form. Whether its piece work, hourly, or salary: employee shalll be paid X for every hour worked, employee shall be paid X for every unit produced, salary employees have a contract - refer to its details. What possible begging or intimidation could an employer use to accomplish free labor?
2007-01-29 05:50:02 · answer #4 · answered by Amy V 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No way!! Check out the Federal Labor Laws--you provide a service, they have to pay.
2007-01-29 05:51:17 · answer #5 · answered by suz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They can't force you to work at all, just stop. If they aren't paying you it won't make much difference and in my experience you are unlikely to see any money they owe you anyway. Leave now and get another job.
2007-01-29 06:07:02 · answer #6 · answered by gerrifriend 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the answer to your question is NO, and they can get a lot of trouble for it. Sounds like you work for Target. They wouldn't let us leave until they decided we were done. The one I worked for paid us for it, though I'm sure it's not far off for that to be a rarity
2007-01-29 07:37:44 · answer #7 · answered by darienx19 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No this is against the fair labor standards. Companies are liable. I will call the department of labor.
2007-01-29 06:27:51 · answer #8 · answered by c1523456 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Each country has it‘s own labour laws which cover this
question quite clearly. However, in most cases indemnity
pay is due if proof of overtime is provided.
2007-01-29 05:58:58 · answer #9 · answered by Ricky 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutley not. I suggest you spend your days at work writing your CV, applying for jobs and with agencies, and hopefully you'll have a new job right when they give you your severance package.
2007-01-29 05:56:10 · answer #10 · answered by nochickenhead 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋