WHD | U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division Our mission is to promote and achieve compliance with labor standards to protect and enhance the welfare of the nation's workforce. Key Topics Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Joint Employment Status The proposed rule will provide greater clarity and consistency when determining joint employer status. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Independent Contractor Status The proposed rule will help employers better understand when a worker is an employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act or an independent contractor. Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) Resolve wage and leave issues quickly through WHD's self-audit program without litigation. How to File a Complaint Want to know how we investigate complaints and enforce labor laws? Learn how the process works. Frequently Requested Request an Opinion Letter File a Complaint Find Your Local WHD Office Contact Us Online WHD Forms Posters Upload Files or Records Compliance Assistance Sign Up for WHD Email Updates News Releases Join Us on Social Media