What To Do If You Are Being Cheated
If you are being cheated, you should take action immediately, so that
you can get a remedy for as much of the violation as possible. If the
violation just started, you have a little time. If the violation has been
going on for years, remember that the statute of limitations means that
a day of liability is lost for every day you delay in filing suit. Here’s
what to do:
- Complain to the Wage and Hour Administration, U.S. Department of
Labor. You can also find the nearest office by going here.
Complaining to the government is a good idea, but is not required.
- Complain to your State Department of Labor or other State agency
handling wage and hour cases. This agency should be listed in the government
listings, in the blue pages of your telephone directory. You can also
find the nearest office by going here.
- DO NOT WAIT for the government to take action, unless the violation
just began and you would not lose anything by waiting.
- You should also consult an attorney who is skilled in handling these
cases.
I am interested in discussing your situation with you.
If your situation involves your rights in a State outside the District
of Columbia, and if the case meets my standards, I will arrange to associate
an attorney in the State in question under the ethical standards of that
area, or will refer the case to an attorney in that State or area.
Important Information From The Association of
Trial Lawyers of America
 
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