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 Maine, employers are subject to both federal and state labor laws, including those enforced by the Wage and Hour Division (WHD) of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). The WHD provides various resources to help employers comply with labor laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which covers minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards. Employers in Maine can access a library of free workplace posters, forms, fact sheets, and compliance assistance tools through the WHD. Additionally, the WHD's Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program is available to employers to voluntarily resolve potential overtime and minimum wage violations. This program aims to settle disputes quickly without litigation, improve compliance with labor laws, and ensure employees receive owed back wages more promptly. Maine employers must also adhere to state-specific labor regulations, which may provide greater protections than federal law. It's important for employers to be aware of both sets of regulations to ensure full compliance.