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The business I worked for closed it's doors June 16, 2010 and all 7 employees were not paid their final check up to that date. The owner has the checks, but there is no money to cover them. He was going to file bankruptcy, and now has decided not to. He is considering reopening the business...

Thanks, Mr. Army Judge.... you had 2 speedy replies!! That was a lot to digest and understand, but you're right, that does seem to help. My boss is cutting pay AND increasing my hours, so overtime would certainly be helpful. I appreciate the insight.

Patricia, Thank you for your speedy reply! No, the new salary is below $640/week. What does that mean??

I'm a General Manager at a bowling center on salary (Amusement & Recreation Industry) and the owner told me yesterday that he is cutting my pay by 25% effective immediately. Can he do that - is that legal? Does he have to wait until the next pay period begins? Also, my hours will be...

I'm a General Manager at a bowling center on salary (Amusement & Recreation Industry) and the owner told me yesterday that he is cutting my pay by 25% effective immediately. Is that legal? Does he have to wait until the next pay period begins? Also, my hours will be increasing from 40 to 50...