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Legal Steps for Recovering Unpaid Wages from Employer

Question: What legal actions can I take to recover the wages for the five days worked at a cloth showroom where the employer is refusing to pay me?

Answer:

  1. Legal Demand Notice: You can send a formal demand letter through a lawyer, requesting payment for the outstanding amount. If ignored, this could lead to further legal action.
  2. Labor Court: Given that you worked in a showroom, your case falls under Bangladesh Labor Law. You can file a case in the labor court, and they will review the evidence and pass a judgment accordingly.
  3. Consumer Complaint Follow-up: You can follow up with the Consumer Authority, emphasizing the delay in resolving the complaint.
  4. Documentation: Ensure that you have all evidence of communication with the employer, which will help support your case in court.
  5. Seek Pro Bono Legal Help: Consider consulting a pro bono lawyer or legal aid organization to assist you at no cost.