I want to . . .
- Attend a meeting, workshop or hearing
- Do business with DIR
- File a wage claim
- Get workplace postings
- Know my employment rights
- Know my workers' compensation rights
- Register a car wash
- Register for garment manufacturing
- Report a violation of the state Labor Code
- File a complaint with Cal/OSHA
- See labor statistics
- Work for DIR
- Pay my bill on-line
- Subscribe to a distribution list
The Labor Enforcement Task Force combats the underground economy in California to create an environment where legitimate businesses can thrive. In this joint effort between state agencies and affected communities, information and resources are shared to ensure hard-working, compliant business owners and their employees have an opportunity for healthy competition.
The LETF's goals are to:
- Ensure workers receive proper payment of wages and are provided a safe work environment.
- Ensure California receives all employment taxes, fees, and penalties due from employers.
- Eliminate unfair business competition by leveling the playing field.
- Make efficient use of the state and federal resources in carrying out the mission of the Labor Enforcement Task Force.
Task force members include:
Labor & Workforce Development Agency (LWDA)
LWDA is an executive branch agency, which oversees seven departments, boards and panels that serve California businesses and workers. Two of those departments, Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and Employment Development Department (EDD), are members of the LETF.
Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)
DIR was established to improve working conditions for California’s wage earners, and to advance opportunities for profitable employment. The department’s divisions include the Labor Commissioner’s office, Cal/OSHA, Workers’ Compensation, and Apprenticeship Standards.
Employment Development Department (EDD)
California's largest tax collection agency processes more than $40 billion in payroll taxes, and also maintains employment records for more than 17 million workers. EDD aids LETF by participating in site inspections, identifying underreporting of wages, and providing fluency in various languages to help non-English speaking workers in need.
Contractor’s State Licensing Board (CSLB)
CSLB protects consumers by licensing and regulating California's construction industry, overseeing 300,000 licensed contractors in 43 different classifications. CSLB’s role in LETF’s construction-related enforcement operations includes participating in compliance inspections to verify that contractors are properly licensed and bonded, and verifying that workers are properly covered by workers’ compensation insurance.
California Department of Insurance (CDI)
CDI is responsible for enforcing many of the insurance-related laws of the state of California. The department protects consumers by regulating the industry’s practices while at the same time encouraging a healthy marketplace, which is one of the largest in the world.
Board of Equalization (BOE)
BOE collects California state sales and use tax, as well as fuel, alcohol and tobacco taxes and fees that provide revenue for state government and essential funding for counties, cities and special districts. Its mission is to serve the public through fair, effective and efficient tax administration.
Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR)
As part of the Department of Consumer Affairs, BAR is committed to protecting Californians by ensuring a fair and competitive automotive repair marketplace and administering a model motor vehicle emissions reduction program. BAR licenses more than 34,000 auto repair dealers in the state.
State Attorney General and district attorneys throughout California
The attorney general represents the people of California in civil and criminal matters before trial courts, appellate courts and supreme courts. The attorney general also serves as legal counsel to state officers and most state agencies, while assisting district attorneys, local law enforcement and federal and international criminal justice agencies. These state and local offices work together to protect Californians from fraudulent, unfair and illegal activities.
Economic and Employment Enforcement Coalition (EEEC) report - January 2012
Please email questions complaints or enforcement tips to letf@dir.ca.gov.
March 2012