Legal Question in Employment Law in District of Columbia

back pay time limit

Is there a cap or filing deadline for claiming back pay for underpayment under union contract?


Asked on 6/05/07, 5:44 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Adele Abrams Law Office of Adele L. Abrams PC

Re: back pay time limit

The collective bargaining agreement may have specific terms. Under most laws (e.g., the Fair Labor Standards Act) back pay is limited to two years retroactive to the date of filing (three years if intentional failure to pay is claimed). You may also be eligible for attorney fees in such cases. We handle employment matters in DC and MD. For more information, see our website at www.employment-law.biz.

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Answered on 6/17/07, 12:25 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: back pay time limit

Better ask your union shop steward or representative for an answer to this question.

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Answered on 6/05/07, 10:43 pm


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