Legal Question in Business Law in California

Client avoiding payment

What can I do legally?

I worked via 1-day contract with a company in September. Our contract stated I would be paid within 2 weeks. It has been about 8 weeks. They have made excuses, wrote a check that bounced, and promised a money order in the mail that never came.

I just want my payment.

Any answer would be much appreciated.

Thank you


Asked on 11/14/08, 5:50 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: Client avoiding payment

Hopefully this isn't one of those internet scams where the victims are asked to cash bogus checks or some such. Remember, to avoid scams, deal locally.

If you are due wages, contact the State Labor Commissioner, Office of Labor Standards Enforcement.

If someone wrote you a bounced check, contact the district attorney's office, they may help you collect.

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Answered on 11/14/08, 6:03 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: Client avoiding payment

file a claim with the Labor Commissioner for the pay, interest and penalties, if they will take your claim. Otherwise, file a small claims court action.

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Answered on 11/14/08, 6:10 pm


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