Gather information you will need to file your complaint. File a wage claim or complaint.If you believe your NLRA rights have been violated, you may file a charge against an employer or a labor organization. You can find charge forms here. Use the Wage Claim Form for unpaid wages. File a complaint with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Need more information? If your employer retaliates against you, file a complaint with the NLRB within six months of the alleged violation, and have the complaint investigated. If your employer retaliates against you, file a complaint with the NLRB within six months of the alleged violation, and have the complaint investigated. National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). 1.