The Wage and Hour Division (WHD) of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is committed to providing employers with the tools they need to operate in compliance with the variety of labor laws enforced by the WHD—including resources intended to provide employers with readily accessible, easy-to-understand information relevant to their rights and responsibilities under the law.

For example, the WHD offers employers (1) a complete library of free, downloadable workplace posters; (2) forms; (3) fact sheets; and (4) compliance assistance.

And the WHD’s Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program facilitates resolution of potential overtime and minimum wage violations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The program's primary objectives are (1) to resolve such claims expeditiously and without litigation; (2) to improve employers' compliance with overtime and minimum wage obligations; and (3) to ensure that more employees receive the back wages they are owed—faster.

In Massachusetts, employers are subject to both federal and state wage and hour laws. The Wage and Hour Division (WHD) of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provides resources to help employers comply with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which governs minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards at the federal level. These resources include free workplace posters, forms, fact sheets, and compliance assistance materials. Additionally, the WHD's Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program is available to employers nationwide, including those in Massachusetts, to voluntarily address potential overtime and minimum wage violations. This program aims to resolve such issues without litigation, promote employer compliance, and expedite back wage payments to employees. Massachusetts employers must also adhere to state-specific wage and hour laws, which may provide greater protections than federal law. It is important for employers in Massachusetts to be aware of and comply with both sets of regulations to ensure lawful operation.