Has anyone dealt with something like this in Minnesota? I'm not sure what my options are.
pay cut without notice. I've been dealing with this for about 9 months now and the situation isn't improving.
I have worked at this company for 8 years. My position is exempt and I do have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.
Has anyone been through something similar? What worked for you?
Here's my take on the legal issues.
The legal framework here involves both federal and state law. At the federal level, Title VII. Your state may provide additional protections.
I'd recommend documenting everything in writing from this point forward. Keep copies of all communications.
I went through almost the exact same thing.
A lot of people mess up by is escalating to a supervisor/manager. I'd recommend following the formal complaint procedure instead.
Have you tried reaching out to your state's bar association? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.
Have you tried reaching out to your state's legal aid society? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.
Statute of limitations warning: I almost missed the deadline to file my claim. In most states, the clock starts ticking from when the violation occurred OR when you discovered it (the discovery rule). Don't assume you have unlimited time — check your state's SOL for your specific type of claim.