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How self-audits help build a culture of compliance and trust
Our new self-audit initiative is designed to help employers, benefits plan administrators, and unions proactively comply with the laws we enforce.
Get to know your union’s annual financial report
Transparency empowers union members by fostering engagement and accountability. This is especially true when it comes to understanding a union’s financial health.
6 employer best practices for FMLA compliance
Here are best practices and resources to help employers comply with the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Theodore Roosevelt’s labor legacy: 5 facts
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Waging the Fight for a Living Wage
Apr. 30, 2024
The international community has reached a consensus around the idea of a living wage – an important step toward ensuring workers have a decent standard of living.
How We've Saved 1,000 Trees (and Counting!)
Apr. 30, 2024
Our digitized filing system has processed more than 1 million legal case documents since launching.
The Power of Second Chances for Women Who Served
Apr. 29, 2024
In the last decade, reentry programs that provide training and support services for justice-involved individuals have proven to be successful evidence-based and community-supported solutions. Read Shan Shan's story in our new blog.
I am DOL: Paula Comer Supports Wage Recovery and
Apr. 23, 2024
Administrative Specialist Paula Comer, a Schedule A employee, supports a team that makes sure workers can exercise their rights under federal labor law.
How the FLSA Protected Poleth Ojeda
Apr. 18, 2024
When Poleth complained about frequently late paychecks, her employer fired her. She reached out to the Wage and Hour Division and got back wages, support and hope for the future.
Celebrating Earth Month: The Outlook for Green
Apr. 18, 2024
Considering a new career? If you’re passionate about protecting the planet, check out these 8 fast-growing jobs with an environmental focus.
Find Your Place in Space
Apr. 5, 2024
If you’re interested in space, you could channel that curiosity into a growing career in a variety of related fields. Here are 10 occupations you’ll find within the space sector – and beyond.
5 Safe Machinery Practices for Miners
Apr. 4, 2024
In 2023, 16 miners died in incidents caused by a malfunction, improperly maintained or damaged machinery. Learn about best practices to keep miners safe.
How One Partnership is Stabilizing the Healthcare
Apr. 2, 2024
H-CAP brings together healthcare industry employers, local unions, training organizations, colleges and government representative to make the industry better for workers, patients and employers.
10 Well-Paying, Fast-Growing Jobs in Healthcare
Apr. 2, 2024
Considering a healthcare career? Check out these healthcare jobs that are growing faster than average and pay good wages.
Balancing Big Dreams and Financial Security
Apr. 1, 2024
A federal employee’s account of how he used available resources to support his evolution from student to young professional.
With a Second Chance, Les and Michael Are Back on
Mar. 28, 2024
Two stories show how peer-centered support (funded by our grants) can transform lives and help people find resilience and success after incarceration.