Legal Question in Employment Law in California

Re: Statute of Limitations - Nonpayment of Wages?

The statute of limitations can be longer if you file suit in court, with up to four years available using a theory under the Unfair Competition Law.

Re: Statute of Limitations - Nonpayment of Wages?

The U.S.Dept of Labor can assert jurisdiction for a 3 year period if the employer's failure to pay is "willful" Tough to get on a first violation.

On a State law level, the you might have a minimum wages violation which as a statutory violation would have a 3 year statute of limitation. willful violations may bring double damages.

The only other hope would be reliance on a written agreement which would carry a 4 year limitations period.

The Labor Code has other penalties that may enhance your claim - you would be best served by talking to an experienced employment lawyer - trying to handle it your self has possibly cost you a significant portion of your claim as well as more difficulty handling an old claim.

Re: Statute of Limitations - Nonpayment of Wages?

Regardless of what the statute is, it will determine the outcome and decision of the court. File your action in court immediately to avoid losing some of what is due you. Feel free to contact me if interested in legal help getting full recovery of the compensation, interest and penalties. If you win at court, you also are entitled to get your attorney fees paid.