Unpaid wages: your rights under the law
3 min read · labor
Late wages accrue interest, and you may suspend work if the delay exceeds 15 days.
Late wages accrue interest, and you may suspend work if the delay exceeds 15 days.
What the law guarantees you here and how to use it.
What you can do: — Notify the employer in writing. — If delayed >15 days — you may suspend work. — Contact the labor inspectorate and prosecutor.
Applicable norms with links to the primary source are below. This is information, not legal advice: for serious matters, consult a lawyer.
Norms & sources
- ТК РФ ст. 136
- ТК РФ ст. 236
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