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 North Carolina, 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 a variety of 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. These resources include free workplace posters, forms, fact sheets, and compliance assistance tools that are designed to be easily accessible and understandable. 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 such issues quickly and without litigation, enhance compliance with labor laws, and ensure that employees receive any back wages due to them in a timely manner. It's important for employers in North Carolina to utilize these resources and programs to ensure they meet their legal obligations and to avoid potential penalties for non-compliance.