I'm not sure about that. I think I'd go talk to an attorney or someone at the employment office. And I would start looking for another job immediately while you have this one so you can find something better with a nicer boss.

OP it is better to be exploited than to be ignored. At least you will have an income, continue gaining experience and be able to apply for a better job from a position of strength. All the best

Keep looking for something better whilst working there. I hope you find something! Good luck OP!

Chances are you're not the only one. Just accept and look for a new job in the meantime. It's better than unemployment. Many people would prefer that instead of nothing.

"Don't forget you're here forever."

Use this new paid time frame to look for a job the you deserve

No doubt this was a sneaky way to give you a huge pay cut. And I see why you accepted it. So take the job and look for a new one while earning the pittance from your old one. But don't burn any bridges when you go. Give the standard two-week notice and show you are classier than your goniff of a boss.

Take what you can get and look around for something better

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