Hi, so I have a situation whereby I was working at a company, the role was arranged via an agency, but I invoiced my time through an umbrella (so technically I'm an employee of them I guess). I didn't sign a contract with the agency, the agency had a contract with the umbrella company.
I submitted a timesheet which included time worked off-site (i.e. at home), but the company refused to authorise the timesheet saying that they do not have confidence that the hours are representative (quote). In my role, there isn't any real output other than reviewing tech data, so it's impossible to demonstrate that I was actually working, even though I was using the company laptop at home. It turns out that this particular client allows permanent staff to work from home at will, but doesn't like contractors doing the same. (the first time in my sector I've ever come across such a distinction)
So, by refusing to sign off the timesheet, they are effectively accusing me of fraud, but will not say as much. Needless to say the contract ended at this point.
I have therefore worked as directed but am being refused payment. So, who do I sue? The agency? The client?
Any advice appreciated!
I submitted a timesheet which included time worked off-site (i.e. at home), but the company refused to authorise the timesheet saying that they do not have confidence that the hours are representative (quote). In my role, there isn't any real output other than reviewing tech data, so it's impossible to demonstrate that I was actually working, even though I was using the company laptop at home. It turns out that this particular client allows permanent staff to work from home at will, but doesn't like contractors doing the same. (the first time in my sector I've ever come across such a distinction)
So, by refusing to sign off the timesheet, they are effectively accusing me of fraud, but will not say as much. Needless to say the contract ended at this point.
I have therefore worked as directed but am being refused payment. So, who do I sue? The agency? The client?
Any advice appreciated!
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