<prompt> Human: This is the second time this year that my employer hasnt been able to pay us on payday. The first time it happened there was a company meeting, with many apologies from management, as well as partial paychecks and a clear timeline of when we could expect the remainder. This time, I guess because they got away with it last time, there has been zero communication. I just found out that Im not getting paid tomorrow on accident by talking with someone in accounting. No partial check, just nothing for two weeks of work.So, beyond traveling back in time and noticing the clear warning sign the first time around, what can I do from here? Im guessing not getting paid counts as some form of constructive dismissal, does that mean I can apply for unemployment? While getting the money Im owed is my 1 priority, Id rather avoid burning bridges as Ive been here for years. I realize it might be too late for that, so Im looking for any advice I can get.And yes, Im applying for new jobs during my lunch break right now.  <response>: As someone who was at a company in a similar position last year:1. Start looking for work yesterday.2. Call your manager, boss, what have you and tell them politely you wont go into work until you get paid. If youre patient and polite about it, they may be able to give you some petty cash or partial payment right now to come in. Companies in this position need todays cash to pay yesterdays bills, and they generally need people working for that, unless its a really non-essential role. Dont go in until youve gotten your full paycheck.3. Keep lookingapplying to jobs. Apply for unemployment if it takes more than a few days to get paid. You may want to file a complaint with your states DOL if it takes quite a long time.4. If you get made whole and you go back to this job, DO NOT STOP LOOKING. The worst thing you can do in a situation like this, unfortunately, is stay out of misplaced loyalty or the promise things will get better. Even the best intentions cannot put food on your table, and its very difficult for a company to get out of a position like this. They key thing is to not get unnecessarily angry or upset, and simply communicate that you cant risk being in an environment where youre not sure about your next paycheck.People will understand and you wont burn any bridges by doing this, while at the same time making sure youre not working without pay or not finding other opportunities. 