H L T Enterprises

This company engages in misleading advertising in help wanted sections of newspapers. It does not hire anyone for the advertised jobs. In fact, the firm sells information on possible sources of those jobs. On September 28, 2000 the Riverside District Attorney's office obtained a search warrant for this company and arrested the principals. The case is currently pending. Complaints about similiar services allege; the advertised employment was unavailable or that jobs were non-existent, that listed companies did not exist or did not provide permission for publication, and that the advertising was misleading about the availability or earnings potential. California Law requires that any company offering a job listing service, register and post a $10,000 surety bond with the California Secretary of State. These companies are also required to provide you with a written contract which includes; basic company information, fees charged, description of services, explanation of your three-day cancellation rights, and refund rights. Any fees must be refunded if the company fails to provide at least three employment opportunities within seven business days after signing the contract. If you fail to obtain employment within 90 days, you are entitled to a refund less $25 and it must be paid within 10 days or they must pay twice the amount. The law also perscribes that these companies must have written permission of the employer, verified within 4 days of printing, that they are able to refer jobseekers that meet specifications. For a complete report on this subject, select the Topics of Interest employment section of our website at www.labbb.org.