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Paycheck MIA - What to do when you haven't been paid?

Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle here. I haven't received my paycheck and I'm starting to get worried. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on what I should do next? I've tried calling but keep getting stuck on hold forever.

Elijah Knight

Ugh, that sucks! I've been there before. Have you tried emailing your HR department? Sometimes they can sort it out faster than going through the phone lines.

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Sophia Carson

Thanks for the suggestion! I'll give that a shot. Fingers crossed they respond quickly 🤞

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Brooklyn Foley

Good idea! I'd also recommend CCing your direct supervisor on the email. That way they're aware of the situation too.

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Jay Lincoln

Man, payroll issues are the WORST. 😤 Have you checked your bank account to make sure it's not just a delay in processing? Sometimes it takes an extra day or two to show up.

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Jessica Suarez

I found a method to get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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Marcus Williams

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Jessica Suarez

I get the skepticism, but it really did work for me. Saved me hours of frustration.

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Lily Young

20 bucks to avoid hours on hold? Sign me up! 💯

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Kennedy Morrison

Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything. Write down the dates you were supposed to be paid and weren't. 2. Check your employee portal or recent paystubs to see if there's any info there. 3. Email HR and your direct supervisor. Be polite but firm. 4. If you don't hear back within 24 hours, follow up with a phone call. 5. Keep a record of all communication attempts. 6. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your state's labor board. Remember, it's illegal for employers to withhold pay. Don't let them brush you off!

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Sophia Carson

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely follow these steps.

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Wesley Hallow

This is solid advice. I'd add that if you have any coworkers you trust, ask if they're having similar issues. Strength in numbers!

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Justin Chang

have you tried turning it off and on again? 🤣 jk jk. but srsly, payroll systems can be glitchy af sometimes. def follow up with HR asap

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Grace Thomas

This happened to me last year. Turns out there was a glitch in the new payroll system they implemented. Took them a week to sort it out, but they eventually did a special run just for those of us affected. Hang in there!

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Sophia Carson

Oh man, a week? I hope it doesn't take that long in my case. Bills are due soon 😰

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Grace Thomas

I feel ya. If it does take a while, don't be afraid to ask for help. Some companies will do advances in situations like this.

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