73 days agoDOL Imposes $750K Judgment on Washington Restaurants for Wage Violations
The U.S. Department of Labor's recent action against four Washington restaurants underscores significant wage compliance risks. Contractors in the hospitality industry must strengthen labor practices to avoid financial penalties and adverse impacts on contract eligibility.
145 days agoNew Jersey Adds Eight Businesses to Workplace Accountability Violations List
The New Jersey Department of Labor has added eight companies to its Workplace Accountability List for accumulating unpaid wages and tax law violations exceeding **$353,000**. These companies will be barred from public contracts until they resolve their debts, reinforcing the importance of compliance in state procurement.
152 days agoDOL Recovers $171K for Hawaii Employees Over Overtime Pay Violations
The U.S. Department of Labor has retrieved **$171,897** in back wages and assessed an **$18,810** penalty against First Physical & Functional Rehab due to overtime pay violations affecting **32 employees** in Hawaii. This action highlights the DOL's commitment to ensuring compliance with federal labor laws, which should alert procurement professionals to heightened enforcement and financial risks.