The Wage Theft Prevention Act (WTPA) took effect on April 9, 2011. The law requires employers to give written notice of wage rates to each new hire.New York State Labor Law requires manual workers to be paid weekly, and clerical and other workers at least twice per month. The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) created this overview of important City, State, and federal laws so you know your rights at work. No that is not legal. They have to pay you for time worked. Upload signed claim form and documents: Check your email for the Back Wage Claim Form (WH-60). Complete and sign it, then create a login. Our attorneys frequently counsel clients on wage and hour law issues arising under the Fair Labor Standards Act and comparable state laws. Our attorneys frequently counsel clients on wage and hour law issues arising under the Fair Labor Standards Act and comparable state laws.