Back wages, H-2A responsibilities, child labor violations and June events

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Wage and Hour Division #EssentialWorkers     A Server's Plea for Help Leads to $1.2 Million in Back Wages Diego's employers weren't paying him, so he contacted the Wage and Hour Division. We recovered $134K in back wages for him—a life-changing sum, which put home ownership within his family's grasp. Learn More In Case You Missed It $799K for 11 Workers An electrical subcontractor on a federally funded project paid 11 electricians wages and fringe benefits below the legal rate. $624K for 92 Workers We recovered $624K for 92 restaurant workers after finding their employer forced them to participate in an illegal tip pool, leading to wage violations. Failing to Meet H-2A Responsibilities Our investigations found that several farms failed to meet their H-2A responsibilities, leading to the recovery of $225K in back wages, plus $54K in penalties. Child Labor Violations A federal judge has upheld our assessment of $1.9M in civil money penalties against Paragon Contractors Corp. and its owner Brian Jessop. Working For You "I am so passionate about the work of the Wage and Hour Division because I truly believe the laws we enforce are incredibly important to the livelihood and welfare of workers across the country. I've seen it firsthand time and again." Keith, Wage and Hour Investigator in South Daytona, FL Upcoming Events Agricultural Employer In-Person Workshop: 6/2 1-3 p.m. MT Overtime Listening Session for Employers: 6/3 3:30-4:30 p.m. ET For Employers - FMLA and the ADA: 6/7 11 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET For Employees - FMLA and the ADA: 6/7 5-6:00 p.m. ET Know Your Rights - Discrimination in the Workplace: 6/14 5-6:00 p.m. ET Prevailing Wage Seminars: 6/14 or 6/15 1:30-3:30 p.m. ET

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