by Shawna Coronado | Dec 7, 2023 | Prevailing Wage Info, Prevailing wage violation
Maybe you’re familiar with this scenario: You add a new job number to your payroll and timekeeping system. Then you find out that crew members have already been on site for two weeks. Only then does some well-meaning coworker pop in to say, “You know that’s a...
by Shawna Coronado | Apr 7, 2023 | Prevailing wage violation
Failing to follow prevailing wage laws can land your construction company in hot water – literally. Just ask the Illinois contractor who had payments withheld on $5 million worth of state projects for neglecting certified payroll and paying incorrect wages. Yikes!...
by Shawna Coronado | Mar 9, 2023 | Compliance, laws, Prevailing Wage Info, Prevailing wage violation
Prevailing wage laws are designed to ensure that construction workers on government-funded projects are paid fair wages based on local averages. While 24 states currently lack such laws, South Dakota is looking to join the movement with Senate Bill 110. This blog post...
by Shawna Coronado | Feb 2, 2023 | Prevailing wage violation
Remember that apartment complex in Minneapolis? The one where the painting contractor got caught underpaying workers by $35,000? Yikes! That wasn’t just a bad day for the company, it was a violation of Minnesota’s prevailing wage law. And with stricter...
by Shawna Coronado | Oct 20, 2022 | Prevailing wage violation
In the realm of public works contracting, adhering to prevailing wage laws is not just crucial for ethical business practices but also for avoiding hefty penalties and legal ramifications. One misstep in compliance can lead to significant financial losses, as one...
by Shawna Coronado | Jun 30, 2022 | Compliance, Prevailing wage violation
Navigating the intricacies of prevailing wage laws is crucial for construction companies, especially those in the solar industry. One misstep can lead to severe consequences, as demonstrated by the recent case of a Louisiana plumbing contractor facing government...
