The Department of Labor today published an e-mail address to which persons can address alleged violations of the recently implemented “Substitutions Plus Rule” (AKA Fraud Rule).  The address is: [1] laborcert.fraud@dol.gov.

As you may recall, among other things, the rule that is currently in effect requires employers to pay all legal and other fees associated with the filing of a Labor Certification (PERM) Application.  The penalties for violations are severe and may include debarment of the lawyer or employer from filing future Labor Certification Applications.