Tip Theft / Tip Pooling Dispute Demand Letter

Free professional demand letter template for tip theft / tip pooling dispute disputes

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Demand recovery of tips that were illegally taken by management or improperly pooled.

Evidence to gather

Strong documentation makes your demand letter harder to ignore.

  • Contracts, invoices, or receipts tied to the dispute
  • Photos, screenshots, or inspection reports
  • A written timeline of events and communication

If they ignore your letter

Be ready to escalate with small claims or a regulatory complaint once your deadline passes.

The Wage War Playbook

Know the Deadlines

Most states give employers a limited time to fix wage violations. Know your state's laws.

Document the Theft

Timesheets, emails, texts, promises… gather every shred of evidence.

Calculate *Everything*

Regular hours, overtime, breaks, commissions. Don't let them shortchange you a single cent.

Your Paycheck's Bill of Rights

Many states have serious penalties for wage theft, including double or triple damages. Know your rights.

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Common Tip Theft / Tip Pooling Dispute Issues

Our demand letter generator helps you address these typical problems:

  • Manager taking tips
  • Illegal tip pool participants
  • Tips not distributed
  • Tip credit violations

Tip Theft / Tip Pooling Dispute Checklist

Gather these details before you generate your letter:

  • Tip records and receipts
  • Tip pool policy documentation
  • Pay stubs showing tip payments
  • Witness statements from coworkers

How It Works

1

Describe Your Issue

Tell us about your Tip Theft / Tip Pooling Dispute dispute, including dates, amounts, and what happened.

2

Select Your Location

Choose your state or region so we can include relevant laws and legal citations.

3

Generate Your Letter

Our AI creates a professional demand letter with proper legal formatting and references.

4

Send to Recipient

Download your letter and send it via certified mail or email to the other party.

Tip Theft / Tip Pooling Dispute Demand Letter by State

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Common Questions About Tip Theft / Tip Pooling Dispute

Can managers take tips?

Generally no under federal law. Managers and supervisors cannot participate in tip pools.

Is my tip pool legal?

Only customarily tipped employees can participate. Back-of-house depends on state and tip credit status.

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