Restaurant Wage Dispute Lawsuit

Summary

If a restaurant owner withholds wages, you can file a wage claim with the Missouri Department of Labor. Report harassment to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and consider consulting an employment law attorney for defamation claims. Always seek personalized legal advice for your specific situation.

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I need to sue a restaurant owner, for with holding money
Hello ****,
To provide you with the most accurate information, I need to understand your situation better. Could you please specify the reason for withholding your money and your location?
Hannibal mo , subway- I previously worked there I stoped working there due to the owner going behind my back with out acknowledging me that she would change hours I’ve already worked to less she did for months,She’s done this to many of her workers at the location she owns I found out. she’s also harassed her other ex workers by going to there new jobs and spending slender about them trying to get them fired. Originally I didn’t wish to do anything with this information but she keeps getting worse with her harassment to her workers telling them no one else would take them with there attitudes and other things. She’s also started if you miss a day for work call in sick she will take the online tips for that pay week which can sometimes be around *. She’s also wrote up people for reporting her.
Hello ****,
Based on the information you provided, you may consider:
- Filing a wage claim with the Missouri Department of Labor
- Reporting the harassment to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
- Consulting an employment law attorney for possible defamation claims
Please note, this is not legal advice but general information.
Okay that’s it?
Yes, ****. Those are the initial steps you might consider based on the situation you've described. However, it's advisable to consult with a local attorney for a detailed analysis and guidance.
Okay thank you
You're welcome, ****. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions or need further clarification. Good luck with your situation.