Wage and Hour Division
Wage and Hour Division
Our mission is to promote and achieve compliance with labor standards to protect and enhance the welfare of the nation's workforce.
Did you know? Under Article 14, you have the right to request union representation during investigatory interviews.
Our mission is to promote and achieve compliance with labor standards to protect and enhance the welfare of the nation's workforce.
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Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Joint Employment Status\
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The proposed rule will provide greater clarity and consistency when determining joint employer status.
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Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Independent Contractor Status\
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The proposed rule will help employers better understand when a worker is an employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act or an independent contractor.
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Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID)\
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Resolve wage and leave issues quickly through WHD's self-audit program without litigation.
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How to File a Complaint\
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Want to know how we investigate complaints and enforce labor laws? Learn how the process works.