Ground Rules: Employment Law Over Your Coffee Break

When the DOL Knocks: How to Handle a Wage & Hour Audit


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What should you do if the Department of Labor shows up at your door? In this episode of Ground Rules: Employment Law Over Your Coffee Break, Pam Howland sits down with attorneys Doug Plass and Jennifer Walrith to discuss how employers can prepare for — and respond to — a DOL wage and hour audit.

They cover what to expect during an investigation, how to stay organized and cooperative without oversharing, and why having a plan (and your attorney’s number on speed dial) can make all the difference. The team also walks through common violations — from overtime and tip pooling to child labor and nursing mother requirements — and shares practical steps to minimize your risk before the DOL ever comes calling.

Key takeaways:

  • What triggers DOL audits and which industries are targeted most
  • How to respond when an investigator arrives unannounced
  • What records you’re required to provide (and what you’re not)
  • The importance of documentation and keeping copies
  • How counsel can help protect your business and limit penalties

*Ground Rules hosts and guests are not providing legal advice in this podcast. Do not act upon any of the information discussed in this podcast without first consulting a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.*


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