Can I file my claim with the Department of Labor?

 

A: Yes. But if you are thinking about filing your wage claim with the Department of Labor you might want to think again.  A recent undercover study done by the U.S. Government Accountability Office revealed that the DOL inadequately investigates complaints.  The study concluded that the DOL: 

            (1) rejects valid complaints based on false information provided by
                 employers,
            (2) cannot locate the employers to move the claim forward,
            (3) fails to thoroughly investigate and resolve complaints, and 
                 MOST ALARMING
            (4) delays initiating investigations for over a year and then drops the 
                 complaint because the statute of limitations for assessing back wages was close to expiring.

You can review all the results from this comprehensive study that included thousands of claims so you can make an informed decision and protect your rights under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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