If you wish to report a widespread violation of labor law by your employer or a violation affecting multiple employees, please contact LETF via phone, online lead referral form or email: Call the LETF Public hotline anytime: 855 297 5322. Complete the Online Form / Spanish Form. Email us at letf@dir.ca.
Many investigations are initiated by complaints, which are confidential. The name of the complainant, the nature of the complaint, and whether a complaint exists may not be disclosed.
What Triggers a DOL Audit? A DOL audit can be triggered by various factors, such as complaints from employees, industry-wide investigations, or random selection. Common triggers include suspicions of H1B wage violations, misclassification of H1B employees, failure to keep accurate records or previous violations.
If appropriate, the Department of Labor may litigate and/or recommend criminal prosecution. Employers who have willfully violated the law may be subject to criminal penalties, including fines and imprisonment.
Or Download and complete the form. Print and sign it. Take or mail it to the Labor Commissioner's office location nearest you. Mail the completed form to the Labor Commissioner's office that handles investigation for the city/location/community where you performed the work or violation occurred.
File a wage claim and learn about labor rights. Report labor law violations. File a retaliation or discrimination complaint. You may call 833-LCO-INFO (833-526-4636), or visit the office nearest you – search by alphabetical listing of cities, locations, and communities.