You tell us the basics.
A few questions about your last job and final paycheck. No documents needed to start.
For former California employees
Your last job may
owe you money.
If your final paycheck arrived late, you may be owed more—even if you’ve already been paid. We handle the claim for you.
You only pay if we recover money for you.
Free review. No obligation to proceed.
A late paycheck can
mean additional money.
Your final paycheck pays you for your work.
A late-payment penalty may compensate you for the wait.
PAYMENT DEADLINE
FINAL PAY
When it was dueThe time in betweenA delay can mean a separate claim.
PAYCHECK RECEIVED
FINAL PAYCHECK$ — — —PAID
When it actually arrivedIllustration only. Eligibility depends on the payment deadline and the facts of your claim.
What could the
delay be worth?
Here’s what a qualifying late-payment penalty could look like at $30 an hour.
$30/hour · 8-hour workday
| Days past the payment deadline | Potential penalty |
|---|---|
| 7 days | $1,680 |
| 14 days | $3,360 |
| 30 days | $7,200 |
Example: $240 daily pay × days late, up to 30 days, for a qualifying claim. Before fees and any agreed expenses. Eligibility and recovery vary.
DOES THIS SOUND FAMILIAR?
Your job ended.
Your final pay
arrived late.
You don’t need to know the legal rules to ask for a review.
“My job ended.
My pay came later.”
The timing of your final pay matters. We can review what happened—even if the money has since arrived.
“I gave notice.
Then waited for my pay.”
When you gave notice can affect when your final pay was due. Tell us what you know; we’ll review the timing.
“They said to wait
until payday.”
The usual payday isn’t always the deadline for final pay. We’ll check which deadline applied to you.
Here’s how your claim
moves forward.
Start with what you know. We’ll help with what comes next.
We take a closer look.
Find out whether we can help. You receive the fee terms and services included before deciding to proceed.
We pursue the payment.
Once your case is accepted and you sign, your lawyer contacts your former employer and keeps you informed.
Free review. No obligation to proceed.
Stay informed.
We handle the follow-up.
Your lawyer contacts your former employer and keeps you informed as your claim moves forward.
You review any settlement offer and decide whether to accept it.
You only pay if we recover money for you.
There’s nothing to pay to get started. If we recover money for you, the legal fee comes from that recovery.
You’ll receive the fee terms and services included in writing before deciding to proceed.
What we handle
- Reviewing your claim and supporting records
- Contacting your former employer
- Pursuing payment and following up
- Keeping you informed about your options
Questions
Can I qualify if I already received my final paycheck?
Yes, you may still qualify if it was paid late. Your lawyer reviews the payment timing and facts to determine whether you have a claim.
How does contingency work?
You only pay if we recover money for you. The firm’s fee comes from the recovery. You’ll receive the fee terms and services included in writing before deciding to proceed.
What if I don’t know the dates or have my records?
Start with what you know. You can choose “I’m not sure” for dates, and no documents are needed to finish the initial questions. Pay stubs, deposit records and messages about your final paycheck may help later. We’ll let you know what is needed after review.
What happens after I send my details?
The intake team reviews your request and contacts you about next steps. Your lawyer decides whether to accept your case. Legal work begins only after the firm accepts and you sign its engagement agreement; submitting the form does not authorize contact with your employer.
Can I make a claim myself?
Yes. You can file directly with the California Labor Commissioner for free. You’ll need to manage the forms, supporting records and any required conference or hearing.
The state has been working through a substantial backlog. In its 2026 audit follow-up, the agency reported reducing its intake backlog from about 30,000 to 10,000 claims during an August 2025–January 2026 pilot. Those were claims waiting for intake processing, before resolution. Read the state’s update.
Want help pursuing your claim? We handle employer communications and the work covered by your agreement. You only pay if we recover money for you.
What will I need to do?
Answer a few questions, share any available records when requested, and stay in touch as your claim moves forward. Your lawyer handles the employer communications and explains any settlement offer for you to decide on.
Do I have to contact my old employer myself?
Once your lawyer accepts your case and you sign the agreement, your lawyer handles employer contact within the agreed scope.
How much could I get?
A qualifying late-final-paycheck claim may include a waiting-time penalty measured at your daily rate of pay, for up to 30 days. The amount depends on the payment deadline and facts of your claim. The examples above are before fees and any agreed expenses, not guaranteed payouts.
Can I still ask for a review if I left months ago?
Yes. The firm will review the timing and any applicable deadlines. Sending this form does not file a claim or stop a deadline.
Can you guarantee I’ll get paid?
No. Recovery depends on the facts of your claim and the employer’s response. We’ll explain whether the firm can help before you decide to proceed.
Find out what your last job could owe you.
Free review. No obligation to proceed.