A dutch company bought our company, although there are new owners the main director is the same man. When we ask him for our money, he tells us to contact the Dutch investors, and they say they are not liable for overheads. Is there a website I can contact, and lay a complaint?
2007-10-15 22:35:49 · 24 answers · asked by TR 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
i won`t go into it,too long of a story,but either leave now or go see a solicitor.My partner works at a solicitors,he says" leave",in the meantime seek a solicitor.He was in the same situation years ago,he didn`t get paid for 3 months....he never did.he was holding on and holding on.Learn by someone elses mistake.sorry,not looking good for you.gud luck
2007-10-16 12:05:10 · answer #1 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You didnt sat what country you are in. But if in the united states you can contact the state labor board and file a complaint also quit your job and go to the unemployment bureau and file for benefits. These will be guarenteed since the new owners have refused to pay you your due wages they are in default and will be made to pay the unemployment benefits. Then after this I would finded me a good lawyer and file suit against the company including your boss as he is mainly responsible in seeing that the employees he oversees are paid due wages. Bet if he hears he is going to be included in a lawsuit he gets on the ball and things will go one way or the other. Either the business will shut its doors or money will suddenly appear from every corner.
Also overhead consists of things such as electricity,maintenance, vehicle expenses etc.
cost of paying workers is not overhead. its listed in business as salary and wages.
you all need to plan a lock out of the business. thats where the employees block the entrance to the plant or business and don't allow anyone else to enter to do business or produce product from that facility.
2007-10-16 05:41:53 · answer #2 · answered by Cyber-Medic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're in the UK, contact the Citizen's Advice Bureau for advice. If you're a contracted worker, it's illegal for you not to be paid as per the contract. In many countries, there is also a minimum wage and the company is breaking the law if you are not paid at least this. The Managing Director of the company should be ultimately responsible for making sure that the employees get paid.
2007-10-16 05:44:08 · answer #3 · answered by Blink 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
totally!! you can go to any law firm, employment tribunal, anyone this is so illegal its untrue. heres what i found:
Not paying your wages is called an unauthorised deduction from wages and you can try to recover this money either through the Employment Tribunal (within 90 days of the money not being paid) or through the courts (within six years). But you would be advised to try negotiating with your employer first, because either of the other methods are likely to be time consuming and stressful.
There are circumstances where your employer can deduct money from your pay, for example, if there has been an overpayment of wages or the cash register doesn't balance at the end of the day. To do this legally, your employer needs to inform you before they take the money. In the case of an overpayment of wages, a repayment period would normally be negotiated on an individual basis, whilst other circumstances are normally covered in your contract. Simply not to pay is a breach of contract.
For more information about this area, you may want to contact Acas or call their helpline on 08457 474747 to discuss the way forward. If you intend to take action through the Employment Tribunal or the courts, we would suggest you contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) for help.
2007-10-16 05:41:31 · answer #4 · answered by qob 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
They are your employers either way , you should not have to run after your wage they should pay you on time everytime. If they dont please ensure they are also aware they will have to pay any bank charges if you have Direct Debits etc. Go on web & on search type in Legal Solcitors this will bring up websites were you can contact sols online or even better , if you have Yellow Pages , there is a legal helpline under the Solcitors section you can call.
2007-10-16 05:41:43 · answer #5 · answered by ceri anne j 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Below are my opinion, it might be useful for you.
1) If you have every document regarding to you job contract then you can sue the company. although it might put you with a fear of losing job.
2) Then try to contact with ex manager, if he is still on the show
2007-10-16 05:55:41 · answer #6 · answered by Ahmed 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Breach of contract pure and simple. You need an employment lawyer as this is constructive dismissal. Go to the Law Society website and choose an employment lawyer in your area.
Good luck
2007-10-16 05:40:11 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you should demand what your owed from the main director,if he took his finger out he'd have all his staff paid,its not your job to contact the Dutch investors its your bosses!!get all your co-staff to go on strike!
2007-10-16 05:46:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are contracted to the compny for your wages. Stop working for them and sue. If you are in a Union they will advise anyway. Citizens Advice will point you in the right direction
2007-10-16 12:02:49 · answer #9 · answered by Scouse 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What country do you live in? There must be some laws about getting your salary. And why in the world are you still working there, has slavery been added to your resume?
2007-10-16 05:44:12 · answer #10 · answered by marie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋