August 26, 2026 A federal district court in California has found the U.S. Department of Labor’s current H-2A Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) methodology unlawful. This decision creates another period of uncertainty for agricultural employers, but it does not immediately change the wages employers are required to pay. The court did not vacate the current…
If you’ve just been contacted by the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD), the biggest question is usually: “What happens next?” This article walks through the investigation process step-by-step—based on how these cases actually unfold in practice. If you are currently under investigation and need assistance navigating the process, you can contact Kalen…
If you employ workers in the United States, it is worth understanding what triggers a DOL Wage and Hour investigation and how these investigations actually get started. Many employers assume investigations only happen after major violations. In reality, they are opened for more ordinary reasons. There are a handful of common triggers for a Department…
