Form LL-1: Wage Claim - Texas Workforce Commission 2026

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The document provides information on filing a wage claim under the Texas Payday Law, detailing the rights of employees regarding unpaid wages, payment schedules, and conditions for filing a claim. It outlines necessary steps for completing the wage claim form, including required signatures and declarations under penalty of perjury. The document also specifies situations where claims cannot be accepted and includes instructions for submitting the claim to the Texas Workforce Commission.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by entering your personal information in the 'Claimant Information' section. This includes your name, address, and contact details.
In the 'Information About Your Employer' section, provide the business name and owner's name along with their contact information.
Complete the employment details by answering questions about your job role, employment dates, pay rate, and reason for separation.
Specify the type of unpaid wages you are claiming in Section 12. Be sure to list amounts clearly for regular wages, overtime, commissions, bonuses, or fringe benefits.
Attach any necessary documentation such as payroll stubs or timesheets that support your claim.
Finally, review all entries for accuracy and completeness before signing under penalty of perjury at the bottom of the form.

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What is wage theft in Texas?

Wage theft is a serious issue affecting millions of workers across the country. It occurs when employers fail to pay employees for all the hours theyve worked or withhold benefits that they are legally entitled to.

Can you sue for lost wages in Texas?

If an employee believes they are owed wages, they need to file a wage claim within 180 days from the original date the wages were supposed to be paid. If the employer filed for bankruptcy, TWC cannot investigate the claim and the employee may need to file directly with the Bankruptcy Court.

Why do I owe Texas Workforce Commission?

An overpayment is caused when Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) pays unemployment benefits that you were not eligible to receive. State law requires TWC to recover all unemployment benefits overpayments. There is no statute of limitations on debts owed to the state.

What is an example of a lost wage?

For example, if you miss ten days of work, you multiply the number of hours you work each day by your hourly rate and finally by the number ten for ten lost days of work. If a worker misses ten work days, generally earns $20 an hour, and works 8 hours per day, their lost hourly wages are $20 x 8 x 10 = $1,600.

How much can I sue for unpaid wages in Texas?

If you are owed $5000 in unpaid wages, you will also be entitled to collect an additional $5000 in liquidated damages. This means that your total unpaid wages claim can be as much as $10,000. You may also be able to claim additional damages for attorneys fees and court fees.

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How do you prove lost wages in Texas?

It is up to you or your personal injury lawyer, however, to prove your losses of income before you can recover for them financially. Pay stubs, employment documents, W2s, tax documents, a letter from your employer, and medical records can prove lost wages. Customer invoices and billing statements can help as well.

How do you show loss of earnings?

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