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When are the contribution reports due?
Contribution reports and payment are due by the 15th of the month following the month in which hours are worked. Reports are considered late if received after the 20th of the following month and late charges will be assessed.
What are the late charges for delinquent reports?
Liquidated damages are assessed at 1% of unpaid contributions, plus interest at 7.5%.
Can I pay by ACH?
Yes, ACH is a payment option. For details, please contact the Trust Fund Office by phone at (626) 279-3028 or by email to uawermaint@pswadmin.com.
How do I update our company address?
Address changes must be submitted in writing by mail to UAW, 4399 Santa Anita Ave. #150, El Monte, CA 91731; or electronically to uawermaint@pswadmin.com.
What if I do not receive a contribution report?
To request a replacement report, please call (626) 279-3072 or by email to uawermaint@pswadmin.com.
Do I have to use the Fund’s contribution reports or can I use my own worksheets when remitting contributions?
It is preferable that you use the contribution reports which we send you on a monthly basis. The reason for this is that the names of the employees appear in our computer system in the same order as they appear on the contribution reports. This makes entering the data into the computer much easier and less prone to error. If you are going to submit contributions on a worksheet that you have created, we request that you make sure the employees are listed in alphabetical order with social security numbers. The hours and wages should be displayed next to each name.
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 to uawermaint@pswadmin.com.
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 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 with you regarding payment of these contributions but it is imperative that we receive the contribution report. Notification to the Trust Fund of your inability to pay the contributions in a timely manner will not relieve you of any liquidated damages and/or interest that may be assessed.
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.
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.
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 overnight to the P.O. Box, therefore, if you need to overnight your contribution reports, please contact us for instructions. Please note payments must be check or cashier checks. Our office cannot accept CASH or Credit Card for payments.
I made an error on a contribution report that was already submitted. How can I get the information corrected?
For assistance on correcting any reporting errors on previously submitted contribution reports, please call (626) 279-3072 or by email to uawermaint@pswadmin.com.
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 matter will be turned over to Legal Counsel for collection. You should be advised that under ERISA, you may then be liable for all attorneys fees and costs, interest, as well as liquidated damages.
Is there a grace period for submitting payment?
The employer report is due on the 15th of the month, but not considered delinquent if received by the 20th (5 day grace period).
