Looking for advice on a legal issue in Georgia. Here's what happened.
employer withholding tips. I've been dealing with this for about 2 months now and the situation isn't improving.
I have worked at this company for 3 years. My position is exempt and I do have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.
What are my legal options here? Is it worth pursuing?
Been there. Here's what I learned.
The #1 mistake I see here is escalating to a supervisor/manager. I'd recommend following the formal complaint procedure instead.
Update: successfully resolved my dispute through arbitration. Total time from filing to award was about 4 months. The arbitrator awarded me the full amount plus attorney fees because the contract had a prevailing party clause. Always check if your contract has fee-shifting provisions.
For those on a budget: many state bar associations have lawyer referral services that offer initial consultations for $35-50. Also look into your local legal aid organization if your income qualifies. You don't have to navigate this alone.