Wage Theft

What is Wage Theft?

Wage Theft is the illegal underpayment and non-payment of workers’ wages, affecting millions of workers each year. It is a nationwide epidemic, particularly affecting those in the low wage labor market. Wage Theft occurs when: 

· Employees are paid less than minimum wage

· Employees are not paid for their overtime work 

· Employees do not receive all their tips  

· Employees are misclassified as “independent contractors” and denied overtime pay

· Illegal deductions are made from paychecks 

If you feel you have been a victim of Wage Theft, contact the Workers’ Rights Hotline at 607-269-0409 or email us at TCWRC@yahoo.com