Not paid for work I did in Dallas–Fort Worth, TX: how do I file a wage claim?

If an employer in Dallas–Fort Worth did not pay you for work you did, you can file a wage claim with the Texas Workforce Commission. This state agency handles claims for unpaid wages under the Texas Payday Law [1]. There is a time limit for filing, so act soon. Check the current limit on the Texas Workforce Commission site [1]. Wage claim rules differ from state to state, so use the Texas source, not information meant for another state [1].

Steps: 1. Gather your records. Keep notes of the days and hours you worked, your pay stubs, and any messages with your employer about pay. 2. Go to the Texas Workforce Commission site and find the wage claim section [1]. It explains who can file, how to file, and what details you need. 3. File your claim before the time limit ends, and keep a copy for yourself [1]. 4. Watch for letters or messages from the agency about your claim, and reply to them.

If your problem is about federal minimum wage or overtime pay, the US Department of Labor takes complaints about those [2]. Its site explains how to file a complaint and what information to have ready [2].

Keep copies of everything you send and receive. Good records make your claim easier to support.

Sources [1] Texas Workforce Commission: https://www.twc.texas.gov/ [2] US Department of Labor: https://www.dol.gov/