Q: Is this legal? they are coercing me to cover negative amounts in order to
get funds, I put in to cover previous amounts I attempted to cover and the salary/commission
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Leanplum is a remote sales team. They hire people to click buttons on your computer and push companies up the search engine line. It started ok, but seemed a little off. In one day they asked for deposits in my account to continue to make sales. The last request was for over $18,000. So I questioned this and explained that I could not afford this and wanted to speak with someone about this. Guess what, you can't talk to anyone, it's texts/chat only. They are holding all of my money until I can covered the negative amount produced by the app,
A: BEWARE - This models many scams I have seem many times. I cannot tell you that this is a scam for sure, but it looks a lot like proven scams in the past. And note, if you are an employee, this is an unlawful employment practice. Good luck to you.
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I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. Reputable companies should not require you to deposit large sums of money to continue working or to receive your earnings. Holding your money until you cover negative amounts is a red flag and may violate employment laws.
You should document all communications with Leanplum, including texts and chat messages. Reach out to your state's labor department or the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing for guidance. They can provide information on your rights and help you understand the legality of the company's actions.
Additionally, consider seeking advice from a legal professional who can assist you in taking the appropriate steps to protect your finances and employment status. Reporting this behavior to consumer protection agencies can also help prevent others from facing similar issues.
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