Wage & Hour Compliance Consultant — Former U.S. DOL Investigator
Led by a former U.S. Department of Labor Wage & Hour Investigator. We Help Employers Nationwide Prevent Costly FLSA, H‑2A, H‑2B, SCA, and DBA Violations
15
Years of Enforcement Experience
500 +
Investigations Conducted
$1 Mil +
Backwages Recovered
Are You Ready for a USDOL Audit?
- Uncertain if your employees are correctly classified as “Exempt”?
- Facing a DOL investigation and don’t know where to start?
- Are you allowing employees to work “off-the-clock” or skipping mandatory break pay?
- Did you fail to include bonuses or commissions in the “regular rate” for overtime pay?
- Are you making illegal deductions that bring employee pay below minimum wage?
DOL Audit Defense Service
Learn how to identify payroll red flags and prepare your business for a Department of Labor audit.
FLSA Compliance Assessment
Proactively identify payroll red flags before the DOL does. Our self-audit mimics a real federal investigation.
H‑2A Audit Preparation
Strict wage, housing, transportation, and job order requirements for agricultural guest workers.
H‑2B Compliance Consulting
Prevailing wage, payroll, and job order compliance for non‑agricultural seasonal employers.
DBA Wage Determination Support
Prevailing wage & certified payroll requirements for federally funded construction projects.
SCA Compliance Consulting
Wage classifications, fringe benefits, and payroll documentation for federal service contractors.
The Advantage of an Insider Perspective.
Compliance Is Cheaper Than Noncompliance
As a former U.S. Department of Labor Wage & Hour Investigator:
I Know exactly what triggers investigations. I Review records the same way enforcement does. I can Identify high-risk issues attorneys often overlook and provide practical, enforcement-based guidance—not legal theory.
Best former Investigator
I worked with Frank Alvarado as a Wage and Hour investigator, he was absolutely one of the best in the field, his attention to detail of the cases we did was nothing else but brilliant. He is a person I would love to have in my company that I can absolutely trust with the job at hand.
Top notch in Wage and Hour Compliance
Frank Alvarado is vastly knowledgeable and well-experienced in Wage and Hour Compliance. Frank was exceptionally talented and efficient as a compliance officer in agriculture and non-agriculture regulation. Definitely the right person to have in your corner to review and navigate labor regulations.
FAQ – Wage & Hour & FLSA Compliance for Employers
What does a wage & hour consultant do?
A wage & hour consultant helps employers comply with federal labor laws enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This includes reviewing overtime practices, employee classification, payroll records, and recordkeeping to reduce audit risk and enforcement exposure.
What triggers a Department of Labor wage & hour audit?
Wage & hour audits are commonly triggered by employee complaints, payroll inconsistencies, misclassification issues, overtime violations, or targeted enforcement initiatives. Audits can also occur randomly or as part of an industry-wide investigation.
How can a former DOL investigator help my business?
A former U.S. Department of Labor investigator understands how audits are initiated, how violations are calculated, and how enforcement decisions are made. This insider perspective allows employers to proactively address risks, prepare for investigations, and respond strategically during audits.
Do you work with employers outside of Florida?
Yes. FA Consulting LLC provides nationwide wage & hour and federal labor compliance consulting for U.S. employers. These are federal laws so it applies to all states. While headquartered in Florida, services are provided remotely and on-site across the United States.
Do all employers have to comply with the FLSA?
Most U.S. employers are subject to the FLSA, including businesses engaged in interstate commerce or with annual gross sales of $500,000 or more. Even smaller employers may be covered depending on the type of work performed. A compliance review can determine whether your business is covered and where risks exist.
What should I do if a Wage & Hour investigator contacts my business?
If a Wage & Hour investigator contacts or visits your business, it’s important to respond promptly and carefully. Employers should gather requested records, avoid speculation, and ensure responses are accurate and complete. Consulting with a former Wage & Hour investigator can help you prepare and avoid common mistakes that increase liability.
Can wage & hour violations really be that costly?
Yes. Wage & hour violations can result in back wages, liquidated damages, civil money penalties, and potential litigation. In many cases, violations accumulate over multiple years and multiple employees, significantly increasing financial exposure.
Is a consultation really free?
Yes. We offer a free wage & hour consultation to help employers understand if they are covered, their compliance risks and options. There is no obligation, and all discussions are confidential.
Headquartered in DeLand, Florida, FA Consulting LLC serves employers nationwide.
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Frank Alvarado
📞 706-809-3500
✉️ Frank@frank-alvarado.com
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