Family breached guaranteed pay in contract

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The family I work for decided to not have me work, but also don’t want to pay me . My contract says guaranteed pay for 52 weeks
Both still work from home, so I’m a little disappointed they wouldn’t pay me any kind of money to support me
I mean it will be weeks without pay, and that money could pay for my rent and food for months
Unemployment money is not an option for me (don’t ask)
So I’m not sure how to handle it
They want me back whenever this is over, but I’m not making any money for at least 6-8 weeks

If unemployment money isn't an option for you because you were paid under the table then you made your own bed.

[Anonymous]

Did op say she was paid under the table? She could of already applied for unemployment in the past and maybe owes? Anyway, op, I would look for a new job and when they ask you to come back, simply tell them that since they weren’t paying you, you assumed you were let go and have started with a new family— don’t mention anything to them and at this point you don’t owe them anything. As for a reference, if you’ve worked for other families, list them and then be honest with a potential employer(s) and let them know what you said above because that’s just flat out wrong and they will understand why you didn’t list them; or if you haven’t been with that family very long, don’t list them.

[Anonymous]

Is there a force majeure stipulation in your contract?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The family I work for decided to not have me work, but also don’t want to pay me . My contract says guaranteed pay for 52 weeks
Both still work from home, so I’m a little disappointed they wouldn’t pay me any kind of money to support me
I mean it will be weeks without pay, and that money could pay for my rent and food for months
Unemployment money is not an option for me (don’t ask)
So I’m not sure how to handle it
They want me back whenever this is over, but I’m not making any money for at least 6-8 weeks

I don't need to ssk because you were paid under the table. This does not preclude you from applying for unemployment, however. Filey your claim and an investigation will start.

Next time, don't be a fool and next time get paid legally. Also, take current employer to small claims court.

But then she would have to pay income tax on her earnings. And she may not even be legal to work.

As I said before, there are several reasons people work off the books. People on social security, disability and food stamps/other government assistance frequently prefer being paid under the table. Not right, but unfortunately they do.

[Anonymous]

You already posted this like a week go whining about how they make so much money and you are entitled for them to pay you. Stop - this is a pandemic and they have their family to worry about, not you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here
Thank you all for your responses, I feel much better
I realized it will be 7 weeks of lost pay by the end of April, that’s a lot of money
I usually don’t leave families hanging like that, but they’re wealthy, still working from home, and not even offering to give me weekly money to pay food, I think that’s disgusting
And still waiting for me to be there in a few weeks
And what I’d it guess on for more weeks or will repeat in the fall? I can’t keep sitting at home with no pay

Thank you all! Really makes me feel better about my decision to burn them!
Stay safe everyone!

You need to grow up and handle this situation like an adult. I, along with others, are in the same situation, and you don't see us making multiple threads about this. Either you wait until they need you again, or tell them it's not working out. There isn't much else anyone can tell you. Their main priority is to look out for their family, not you.

[Anonymous]

OP, I would let them know that you cannot afford to live without earning an income, and will be exploring multiple options including 1) looking for a new job, 2) filing for unemployment, and 3) taking them to small claims court.

Just because you haven't been being paid on the books doesn't mean you cannot file for unemployment. Yes, you may owe some income taxes but you can set up a payment plan for that. Your employers will owe a lot more than you, as they will be fined heavily.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP, I would let them know that you cannot afford to live without earning an income, and will be exploring multiple options including 1) looking for a new job, 2) filing for unemployment, and 3) taking them to small claims court.

Just because you haven't been being paid on the books doesn't mean you cannot file for unemployment. Yes, you may owe some income taxes but you can set up a payment plan for that. Your employers will owe a lot more than you, as they will be fined heavily.

I agree with this but not the small claims court. You really need to communicate with your employer that you are available for work and if they don’t want you coming you will either need to be paid or will need to find a new job (maybe they know someone?) or file for unemployment

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here
Thank you all for your responses, I feel much better
I realized it will be 7 weeks of lost pay by the end of April, that’s a lot of money
I usually don’t leave families hanging like that, but they’re wealthy, still working from home, and not even offering to give me weekly money to pay food, I think that’s disgusting
And still waiting for me to be there in a few weeks
And what I’d it guess on for more weeks or will repeat in the fall? I can’t keep sitting at home with no pay

Thank you all! Really makes me feel better about my decision to burn them!
Stay safe everyone!

You’re not “burning them”. Taking care of yourself isn’t burning them. They can’t pay you, so you find new work.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The family I work for decided to not have me work, but also don’t want to pay me . My contract says guaranteed pay for 52 weeks
Both still work from home, so I’m a little disappointed they wouldn’t pay me any kind of money to support me
I mean it will be weeks without pay, and that money could pay for my rent and food for months
Unemployment money is not an option for me (don’t ask)
So I’m not sure how to handle it
They want me back whenever this is over, but I’m not making any money for at least 6-8 weeks

I don't need to ssk because you were paid under the table. This does not preclude you from applying for unemployment, however. Filey your claim and an investigation will start.

Next time, don't be a fool and next time get paid legally. Also, take current employer to small claims court.

But then she would have to pay income tax on her earnings. And she may not even be legal to work.

As I said before, there are several reasons people work off the books. People on social security, disability and food stamps/other government assistance frequently prefer being paid under the table. Not right, but unfortunately they do.

1. OP doesn't seem old enough for that
2. possible but doubtful
3. scamming the system - you made your bed.

[Anonymous]

First File for unemployment. And then look for another job , I would not go back if they aren't going to pay you now and expect you to return. That is just not justified.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here
Thank you all for your responses, I feel much better
I realized it will be 7 weeks of lost pay by the end of April, that’s a lot of money
I usually don’t leave families hanging like that, but they’re wealthy, still working from home, and not even offering to give me weekly money to pay food, I think that’s disgusting
And still waiting for me to be there in a few weeks
And what I’d it guess on for more weeks or will repeat in the fall? I can’t keep sitting at home with no pay

Thank you all! Really makes me feel better about my decision to burn them!
Stay safe everyone!

They are disgusting people. I hope you find a better employer once this is over.