If you were actually owed the $168 as a bonus and such amount has not fully been paid despite the fact that you have been laid off from work, you are owed the balance immediately. I would contact your employer and ask for such to be paid by a certain date. Follow up with a letter memorializing the call. Keep a copy of the letter for future use and need.If the due date comes and goes for payment of the balance, small claims court seems to be the way you will get the money owed from your employer or making a claim for such with your local department of labor.