Publication date: 18.03.2025
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Recovery of Unpaid Salary for an Employee in Lublin (Poland)
Kateryna, a Ukrainian citizen, worked in Lublin under a labor contract at a company that provided professional cleaning services. After the contract ended, she discovered that her salary for the last month of work had not been paid. Kateryna repeatedly contacted the employer demanding payment of the outstanding salary, but only received excuses and delays. Seeing no other option, she decided to seek help from a lawyer specializing in labor disputes to protect her rights and recover the earned money.
Situation
After the contract ended, Kateryna discovered that her salary for the last month of work remained unpaid. All her attempts to obtain the funds through negotiations with the employer were unsuccessful: she only received promises, but the money was not transferred. Since the issue became very important to her, she decided to seek legal assistance.
Solution
- Consultation and Situation Analysis: The lawyer conducted a detailed consultation, gathered all necessary documents (copy of the labor contract, bank account statements, correspondence with the employer), and assessed the prospects of the case.
- Preparation of a Claim Letter: The lawyer prepared an official claim letter to the employer, demanding the payment of the overdue salary within the statutory time frame. The letter stated that if the demands were not met, the case would be referred to the State Labor Inspection (Państwowa inspekcja pracy) and to court, which could lead to additional penalties for the employer.
- Threat of Filing a Complaint to the State Labor Inspection: The lawyer informed the employer that in case of non-compliance, a complaint would be submitted to the PIP, which could lead to an inspection and the imposition of penalties on the company.
- Negotiations with the Employer: The lawyer held negotiations with the employer, emphasizing the legal consequences of ignoring the demands. He also explained that the court process could result in additional financial and reputational losses for the company.
Outcome
- Payment of the Debt: After receiving the claim letter, the employer realized the seriousness of the lawyer’s and Kateryna’s intentions, decided to avoid litigation, and settled the debt within 3 days.
- Compensation for Delayed Payments: In addition to the main salary, the lawyer secured compensation for the delayed payments, which was also paid by the employer.
- Avoidance of Litigation: Thanks to effective negotiations and a professional approach, the matter was resolved without the need to go to court, saving both time and money.
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Q&A
Question
What should I do if my employer hasn’t paid my salary for the last month of work?
Answer
If your employer hasn’t paid your salary, first contact them with a written demand. If that doesn’t work, consult a lawyer to prepare a claim and potentially file a complaint with the labor inspection.
Why Should You Contact Us?
- Professional Approach: Our lawyers have experience in resolving labor disputes and recovering unpaid salaries without going to court.
- Quick Resolution: We work promptly to ensure a quick and effective resolution of your situation.
- Support at Every Stage: From the initial consultation to receiving payments, we support you every step of the way.
Results of Our Work
- Payment of Debt: We helped our clients receive all the payments owed to them without going to court.
- Fast Dispute Resolution: Thanks to our experience, we resolve labor disputes without delays and additional expenses.
Legal assistance in labor disputes
Preparation and submission of claim letters
Obtaining compensation for delayed payments
Thanks to the professional approach and effective actions of the lawyer, Kateryna received all the funds owed to her without the need for litigation. If you are facing a similar situation, contact us, and we will help you resolve your problem quickly and effectively.
