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Audits of this nature are usually triggered by a disgruntled employee(s) or specific industry being targeted for investigation. An audit will result in a visit from the DOL to review up to three years of records such as appropriate job descriptions, I-9 information, payroll records, position classifications (exempt vs non exempt), posters etc ! You must be sure such records are organized and up to date! Be proactive! Don't wait for this dreaded letter! In 2004, the agency collected $197million in back wages for more than 280,000 workers (BLR report). You hear more about these audits now that the state is cracking down on violations and seeking sources of increased revenue! |