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Employment law compliance essentials for government contractors, covering Davis-Bacon Act, Service Contract Act requirements, and DOL audit preparation strategies.

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Course Overview

Mastering Federal Labor Standards for Government Contractors

Participants will learn compliance requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act, Service Contract Act, and key executive orders affecting federal contracts. Gain practical strategies for accurate pricing, audit preparation, and avoiding costly violations.

Wage Determinations

Apply prevailing wage and fringe benefit requirements.

Working Time

Identify compensable hours under federal standards.

Contract Pricing

Calculate labor costs for competitive bidding.

Audit Preparation

Implement compliance practices to survive DOL audits.

Course Overview

Mastering Federal Labor Standards for Government Contractors

Participants will learn compliance requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act, Service Contract Act, and key executive orders affecting federal contracts. Gain practical strategies for accurate pricing, audit preparation, and avoiding costly violations.

Wage Determinations

Apply prevailing wage and fringe benefit requirements.

Working Time

Identify compensable hours under federal standards.

Contract Pricing

Calculate labor costs for competitive bidding.

Audit Preparation

Implement compliance practices to survive DOL audits.

Why Attend

Why this 
program matters

Mastering employment law compliance for government contractors is essential because violations can result in multi-million dollar back wage liabilities, contract termination, and three-year debarment from federal contracting.
$755B
In federal government contract spending committed in Fiscal Year 2024, creating extensive compliance obligations for contractors under prevailing wage laws.
68%
Of DOL Service Contract Act investigations from 2014-2019 found wage or benefit violations, resulting in approximately $224 million in back wages for workers.
$13B+
In annual wage theft impacts at least 4 million workers illegally paid below minimum wage each year, costing victims an average of $3,000 annually.
611
DOL Wage and Hour Division investigators protect 165 million workers—a 52-year staffing low creating one investigator per 278,000 workers.

Agenda

Session 1

Federal Labor Standards Laws and Executive Order Requirements

Session 2

Leveraging Legal Requirements in Government Contract Proposals

Break

Scheduled Break for Attendee Refreshment

Session 3

Congressional Debates and Election Impacts on Contractors

Session 4

Department of Labor Audit Preparation and Survival

clock 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm EST

Federal Labor Standards Laws and Executive Order Requirements

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

This foundational session covers the core requirements of the Service Contract Act, Davis-Bacon Act, and key executive orders affecting government contractors. Participants will learn about wage determinations, fringe benefit requirements, certified payrolls, and how political changes impact contractor obligations.

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

clock 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm EST

Leveraging Legal Requirements in Government Contract Proposals

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

Explore how understanding labor law requirements can strengthen your competitive position when bidding on government contracts. This session addresses pricing considerations, successor contractor obligations, and proper worker classification strategies.

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

clock 3:00 pm - 3:10 pm EST

Scheduled Break for Attendee Refreshment

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

A brief intermission allowing participants to refresh before continuing with the remaining program material. Use this time to review notes and prepare questions for upcoming sessions.

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

clock 3:10 pm - 3:40 pm EST

Congressional Debates and Election Impacts on Contractors

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

Examine how the political cycle affects government contractor labor obligations through executive order changes between administrations. Learn what recent rescissions under President Trump mean for existing contracts and anticipate future regulatory shifts.

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

clock 3:40 pm - 4:10 pm EST

Department of Labor Audit Preparation and Survival

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

Gain practical strategies for preparing for and successfully navigating Department of Labor investigations. Topics include consequences of non-compliance, common employer mistakes, self-audit programs, and effective cooperation with investigators.

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

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What will you learn

Attorneys will learn the requirements of the Davis-Bacon Act, Service Contract Act, executive orders impacting federal contractors, and how to survive Department of Labor audits.

What will you gain

Attorneys will gain practical guidance on compliance obligations, competitive bidding considerations, pricing labor accurately, and preparing for Department of Labor investigations.

Davis-Bacon Act
Requires prevailing wages and fringe benefits for construction workers on federal contracts.
Service Contract Act
Establishes prevailing wages, health benefits, vacation, and holidays for service workers.
Executive Orders
Presidential orders impose labor requirements that may change every four to eight years.
Working Time
Work suffered or permitted must be paid, even if unauthorized by the employer.
Pricing Proposals
Understanding labor requirements helps contractors price accurately and remain competitive.
DOL Audits
Self-audits, manager training, and accurate records reduce investigation risk and liability.

What will you learn

Attorneys will learn the requirements of the Davis-Bacon Act, Service Contract Act, executive orders impacting federal contractors, and how to survive Department of Labor audits.

What will you gain

Attorneys will gain practical guidance on compliance obligations, competitive bidding considerations, pricing labor accurately, and preparing for Department of Labor investigations.

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Joe Ervin

The Law Firm for Truck Safety, LLP
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

Kevin Foley

Reminger Co
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

Grant H. Lawson

The Law Firm for Truck Safety, LLP
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

Shlomo Katz is a counsel in the Litigation & Arbitration Practice Group, focusing on government contracts/procurement, commercial law and litigation, wage and hour law, and construction law. He has significant experience in contract claims, bid protests, and advising on contract compliance, small business, subcontracting, data rights, and labor law issues under government contracts.

Education & Credentials

Registered to practice architecture in Israel

Professional Involvement

Fluent in Hebrew

Experience

Has participated in mergers and acquisitions of government contractors, advising on assignment and novation, intellectual property/data rights, size determinations, and security clearances. Successfully litigated before federal, state, and local courts, the Government Accountability Office, and Boards of Contract Appeals. Leader in the Firm's Employment Practices and Litigation Group, representing clients in wage and hour issues under FLSA, Service Contract Act, Davis-Bacon Act, Presidential Executive Orders, and state wage payment laws. Conducts proactive wage-hour audits and litigates wage claims including class actions. Has represented parties in wrongful termination and discrimination cases before the EEOC and federal court.

Shlomo D. Katz

Brown Rudnick LLP

Shlomo Katz is a counsel in the Litigation & Arbitration Practice Group, focusing on government contracts/procurement, commercial law and litigation, wage and hour law, and construction law. He has significant experience in contract claims, bid protests, and advising on contract compliance, small business, subcontracting, data rights, and labor law issues under government contracts.

Education & Credentials

Registered to practice architecture in Israel

Professional Involvement

Fluent in Hebrew

Experience

Has participated in mergers and acquisitions of government contractors, advising on assignment and novation, intellectual property/data rights, size determinations, and security clearances. Successfully litigated before federal, state, and local courts, the Government Accountability Office, and Boards of Contract Appeals. Leader in the Firm's Employment Practices and Litigation Group, representing clients in wage and hour issues under FLSA, Service Contract Act, Davis-Bacon Act, Presidential Executive Orders, and state wage payment laws. Conducts proactive wage-hour audits and litigates wage claims including class actions. Has represented parties in wrongful termination and discrimination cases before the EEOC and federal court.

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