Commission Pay Case Studies
Welcome to our collection of example commission dispute case studies, illustrating our law firm's dedication to resolving unpaid or late-paid commissions for employees in Massachusetts. Each case presents a unique challenge, showcasing our zealous advocacy and expertise in navigating the intricacies of employment law.
Case Study 1: Howard and Sonia's Fight Against Retroactive Commission Policy ChangesHoward and Sonia were high level sales representatives in the telecommunications industry. They were surprised to learn that the quotas and commissions capped were changed at the end of a quarter, after they had already earned substantial commissions. Howard was even more surprised to confront the employer's retaliatory actions after he questioned this change. Read more here.
Case Study 2: Jack's Triumph Over Delayed CommissionsIn this case, Jack, a sales representative, faced withheld commissions due to the company's delayed payment structure. Despite the lack of a written policy specifying the timing of commission payments, the company refused to acknowledge Massachusetts law that commissions are earned at the time of sale. Through meticulous legal action, we secured a settlement, emphasizing Jack's rights and expertise in commission-related disputes. Read more here.
Case Study 3: Maria's Battle Against Unjust DeductionsMaria, a hair stylist, confronted unjust deductions in her commission structure. The company's flat $2 product deduction per customer added up over the years, impacting Maria's earnings significantly. Leveraging our knowledge of Massachusetts law, we contested these deductions, highlighting the illegality of such practices. The resulting settlement not only rectified Maria's financial losses but set a precedent against indiscriminate commission deductions. Read more here.
Case Study 4: Paul's Victory for Timely CompensationPaul, a sales representative in the employee incentive rewards industry, faced an abrupt termination just after the first quarter. The company attempted to deny him commissions, citing a customer refund offset. However, with a keen understanding of Massachusetts law and a review of Paul's compensation history, we successfully secured a settlement, emphasizing the prompt payment of commissions even in the event of termination. Read more here.
ConclusionThese case studies exemplify our commitment to championing the rights of employees facing commission disputes. From challenging delayed payments to contesting unjust deductions and ensuring timely compensation after termination, our law firm specializes in navigating the nuances of Massachusetts employment law. We zealously advocate for our clients, utilizing our expertise to secure favorable outcomes in commission-related challenges. If you're facing unpaid or late-paid commissions, trust us to guide you through the legal landscape, ensuring you receive the compensation you rightfully deserve. Contact us today for dedicated and expert representation.
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Emily Smith-Lee is the owner and founder of slnlaw. She is a 1996 graduate of Boston College Law School. She was previously a partner at the Boston office of a large international firm, where she worked for thirteen years before starting the firm that became slnlaw in 2009. She has been recognized as a Massachusetts Superlawyer each year since 2013, and in 2018 earned recognition as one of Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly's Lawyers of the Year. She has written a book on employment law: Rules of the Road, What You Need to Know About Employment Laws in Massachusetts, and helped thousands of clients on both the employee and employer side with issues relating to wage and hour laws, including overtime pay, late or unpaid wages or commissions, employee misclassification, and retaliation against employees asserting rights under the wage and hour laws.
Rebecca Rogers: Rebecca is a 2006 graduate of Boston College Law School, and has worked with slnlaw since 2013. She previously worked as an intellectual property litigation attorney for Fish & Richardson in Boston, Massachusetts, and clerked for the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. Rebecca has helped clients with wage and hour disputes, including employee misclassification, late or unpaid wages or commissions, retaliation under the Wage Act, and advice to both employees and employers about wage and hour law compliance.
Jenna Ordway: Jenna is a 2013 graduate of Quinnipiac Law School, and also earned an LLM in Taxation from Boston University in 2015. She has been affiliated with slnlaw since 2011, first as a law clerk and then as an attorney. Jenna has been recognized since 2019 as a "Rising Star" by Massachusetts Superlawyers. Jenna has helped clients assess their rights under the wage and hour laws, including employee misclassification, untimely payment of final wages, late or unpaid commissions, retaliation, and advice to small business owners about wage and hour law compliance.
Elijah Bresley: Eli is a 2014 graduate of Seton Hall Law school, and has worked with slnlaw since 2020. He previously worked for a boutique employment law firm outside of Boston, and then for the Labor and Employment department of a large Boston firm. He also spent a year clerking for the judges of the Superior Court in Hartford, Connecticut. Eli has helped clients with wage and hour claims, including late or unpaid commissions, retaliation, employee misclassification, and overtime, and litigated these claims in state and federal courts. He also advises employers about employment policies and wage and hour compliance.
Sharleen Tinnin: Sharleen is a 2010 graduate of Northeastern University School of Law, and has been with slnlaw since 2023. Prior to joining slnlaw, she worked with King, Tilden, McEttrick & Brink, P.C. on complex civil litigation matters. She previously worked for the United States Department of Justice, and received an "Excellence in Justice" award in 2017. Sharleen has helped clients with multiple wage and hour issues, including retaliation, misclassification, and late or unpaid wages or commissions, and litigated these claims in state and federal courts.
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