What Happens After You File a Wage Complaint With the New York State Department of Labor?

Introduction: What Happens After You Report Unpaid Wages? If you believe your employer has not paid you everything you earned, filing a wage complaint may be an important step toward addressing the problem. But submitting a complaint often raises new questions. Will the New York State Department of Labor contact your employer? How long will you have to wait for an update? What happens if your employer disagrees with your claim? And what can you do if the investigation does not resolve your concerns? The answers depend on the type of complaint, the information available, and the agency's review. The...