If my employer doesn't pay me after I quit?

I didn't mention anything about violence. Lots of times though, in person visits seem to have a bigger effect than over the phone dealings....

Just saying.

 

There’s no grudge, but there’s no such thing as a 1099 employee. And the more people that do it and get screwed over then the government tends to overreact and it affects true 1099 contractors. Anyway, you can’t go to the labor board, court is your only hope.

 

Winner.
In the days where most drivers cannot look anyone in the eye, talking face to face will make you stand out. Especially if you can do so and be non threatening. Non threatening dudes are not threatened. If he threatens you, call the cops.

I may be wrong, but I get the feeling that OP is preparing for the boss to stiff him. So, he has seen him do this before to others, yet continued to work for him. If he had stiffed others, you should have walked. You shouldn’t be owed more than one paycheck. If you are, SHAME ON YOU.

 

"This time, I just want to be able to tell the guy what's next if he doesn't pay me."
Tell him you will report him to the State for mis-classification and non-payment for work. The State will investigate and you will be owed the extra money that was taken out as a 1099 worker vs employee. And any unpaid wages. Check online for your state and where/how to report. Call them, give them the details, they will help you. And he will get audited and owe for others too. Many don't know what to do or take a little time. I have reported multiple companies for misclassification.

 

What does your contract say?

If you don't have one, walk away and live with it.

If you have one what does it say?