Questions and answers about common legal problems.
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Unpaid Wages & Sample Demand Letter
Laid off, fired, or resigned, and not paid wages due - your rights under Louisiana law.
By: Southeast Louisiana Legal Services
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Federal Wage Rights of Tipped Employees
(Separate Website)
Do you work for tips? Not sure if your employer is paying you what you're owed? This Fact Sheet may answer your questions.
By: U.S. Department of Labor
Guide for using the computer program to create court documents Read the guide before using the online computer program to create your court forms. To use the online computer program, you will need to know how to use the site called NPADO, or National Public Automated Documents Online. This resource has tips for using that site.
By: SLLS
Information about the new federal minimum wage
(Separate Website)
Learn about the new federal minimum wage that went into effect on July 24, 2009.
By: US Department of Labor
Questions About Louisiana Labor Laws
(Separate Website)
State agency answers different questions about some of your rights under state law.
By: Louisiana Workforce Commission
Wage Deductions for Uniforms
(Separate Website)
Your employer's deductions may violate the law.
By: U.S. Department of Labor
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