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Unpaid commissions?

I recently left a sales job and they did not pay me on over $1.2m in closed deals my final month. I have tried to talk to my former manager and her boss, but they are not willing to resolve the matter. is there someone that I can call? They were supposed to pay me the commissions on anything that closed up to 60 days after I left. All of this closed within 30 days of my last day. It is a significant sum of money.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Do you have a written agreement on commissions with the company? You should take all of your information to an attorney to get it worked out.

  • 1 decade ago

    If you have a copy of the company policy stating that, then YES you can sue and will collect on it.

    What you are describing is very common...I had a friend that worked for almost a year on a deal where the commission was over $130,000 (yes, that's 6 figures), and they fired her so they woudn't have to pay it.

    She sued, and won, plus penalty and interest.

  • 1 decade ago

    I agree with the others who suggest you go to an attorney (especially if you are in the states). Wage laws tend to govern, and may provide for the payment of attorneys' fees in a successful case. Try and find an attorney that specializes in Labor & Employment Law (Plaintiff's side).

    ** Note: This is a general discussion of the subject matter of your question and not legal advice. Local laws or your particular situation may change the general rules. For a specific answer to your question you should consult legal counsel with whom you can discuss all the facts of your case. **

  • 1 decade ago

    Check the contract that you signed upon hire. It should have everything listed out. Then go to HR with it and if nothing gets resolved, involve the court system.

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    1 decade ago

    This may vary depending on where you are. If you are in the states you could try your state labor board. You could also try contacting an attorney who specializes in labor issues.

  • 1 decade ago

    Gather all your evidence and go to the labor board of your state. They will assist you for free.

  • 1 decade ago

    Aw man! That sucks! Definitely get a lawyer!

    Or at least let your old employers think that you have one.

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