What happens if I become delinquent with contributions?

If you become delinquent you will receive a series of letters and phone calls from the Trust Fund attempting to ascertain the reason for the delinquency and when we can expect payment. If the situation cannot be resolved, or if you completely ignore all attempts to resolve the matter with the Trust Fund, then the […]

Do I have to mail my contribution reports and payment or can they be hand-delivered?

You may now report online; however, if you are submitting your monthly employer reporting form by U.S. mail use the envelope enclosed with your monthly reporting form.  The monthly employer reporting form and contributions can be brought into our office, a receipt will be issued to you.  You cannot send your monthly employer reporting forms […]

Why is the charge so huge for being one day late?

A liquidated damage assessment will be the same whether your payment is one day late or thirty-one days late. The provisions of the collective bargaining agreement provide for an assessment of liquidated damages based on unpaid contributions.

Why am I charged liquidated damages?

According to the Collective Bargaining Agreement, reports are considered late if not received by the 20th of the month, and are assessed applicable late charges.

What if I cannot pay my contributions on time?

If you cannot pay your contributions on time, it is imperative that you send in the original contribution report without payment and a letter explaining the reason why the contributions will not be remitted at this time.  The letter should also include when you expect to remit payment. The Trust Fund will be in contact […]

How do I report additional hours for a prior month?

Generate a monthly employer report form indicating “Additional Hours”.  If the original report was timely you will not be assessed liquidated damages or interest.  However, if your original report was late your report will be assessed liquidated damages and interest.

What if there is a rate change mid-week?

If there is a rate change mid-week, you may submit two employer report forms.  Please indicate “Supplemental Hours” on the supplemental report (old rates) and send with the “New rates” report. If reporting online you have the option to change the date: Month Day Year. For questions about reporting, call (626) 279-3072 or by email […]