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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.