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Can someone explain remote worker being told to relocate or resign?

Started by quinn_t_5 · May 18, 2025 · 1,159 views · 4 replies
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quinn_t_5 OP

I've been trying to resolve this on my own but I'm stuck.

remote worker being told to relocate or resign. I've been dealing with this for about 7 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have worked at this company for 4 years. My position is exempt and I do have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.

What are the risks if I pursue this? What's the likely timeline?

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confused_af_rn_22

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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LitigatorAnna_4 Attorney

Licensed attorney — a few thoughts. Here's my take on the legal issues.

Based on what you've described, you likely have a viable claim under the FLSA and state wage laws. The standard is whether a reasonable person would find the conduct compensable.

The practical consideration here is cost vs. potential recovery. For disputes under $10K, small claims court is often the best route.

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smallbizhelp_32

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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case_dismissed_69_12

Been there. Here's what I learned.

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.