Find the best financial services for you at: SMARTFINANCESOLUTIONS.NET - Should I file a wage claim against my former employer? - During the months of September and October of 2009, I worked for a woman as an independent contractor. I had a contract, which said that for my work done in Sept., I would receive payment on 10/31, and for my work done in October, I would receive payment on 11/30. I have yet to receive payment for any of my time worked (she owes me about $600). I asked her when she would pay me, and she told me when she has the money -