Legal Question in Employment Law in California
i contracted with a company via 1099 last year. They still owe me 1,220 in back wages. They acknowledge this but havent paid (and probably wont). If I take this company to court, can i collect interest on these unpaid wages?
Asked on 1/27/11, 11:29 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Kirschbaum
Law Offices of Michael R. Kirschbaum
Not unless your contract calls for it. However, if you were an employee, misclassified as an independent contractor, you can obtain interest by filing a wage claim with the California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, as well as waiting-time penalties.
Answered on 2/08/11, 1:09 pm
Robert F. Cohen
Law Office of Robert F. Cohen
In addition, you ask the right question: "can I collect"? That's the key. If they haven't paid you what you're owed by now, after you receive a judgment, you might want to retain an aggressive collection attorney to assist you.
Answered on 2/08/11, 1:12 pm
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