Retail Trade · Laramie, WY

Laramie GM Auto Center

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Laramie GM Auto Center has a mixed safety record: 3 violations across 1 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Upper half by penalty67% serious
$12,342
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
$6,712
Back wages owed

Laramie GM Auto Center in Laramie, WY has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $12,342. The employer also has 1 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) case on record, covering Fair Labor Standards Act enforcement. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Laramie GM Auto Center once. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 3.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the upper half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 2 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Retail Trade industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.2x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $6,712 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. For comparison, Aramont Computer, Inc in Miami, FL is another retail trade employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

3.0
violations per inspection
66.7%
of violations were serious
71%
of penalized employers rank lower
$6,712
in back wages recovered

How Laramie GM Auto Center compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Laramie GM Auto Center runs well above peers (4.3x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$12,342 Bottom 29% least affordable more affordable than 29% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). This entry sits in this band. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $0 $55,000 every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

What the Data Says About Laramie GM Auto Center

The federal enforcement record for Laramie GM Auto Center in Laramie, WY includes 1 OSHA inspection and 3 violations, translating to 3.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 2 (66.7%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $12,342 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $12,342 - no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $12,342. Against the Retail Trade industry average of $2,879 per employer, this record runs well above peers (4.3x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $6,712 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker.

Inspection activity spans from 2025-06-24 to 2025-06-24, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2025-06-24

Last Inspection

2025-06-24

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$12,342

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,566

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 3.0 violations per visit. That's $12,342 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,566.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

Serious

66.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

33.3% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$12,342

Current Penalty Amount

$12,342

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$19,054

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$6,712
Employees Affected
1
WHD Violations
3
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$6,712
Avg Back Wages per Case
$6,712

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Laramie GM Auto Center owed $6,712 in back wages to 1 employee across 1 case and 3 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Retail Trade

How Laramie GM Auto Center compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 12,990 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Laramie GM Auto Center Industry Avg
Inspections 1 0.8
Violations 3 1.7
Total Penalty $12,342 $2,879
Avg Penalty per Inspection $12,342 $3,566

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laramie GM Auto Center safe to work at?
Based on OSHA records, Laramie GM Auto Center's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 3 violations across 1 inspections, including 2 serious violations. Compared to Retail Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Laramie GM Auto Center have?
Laramie GM Auto Center has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $12,342.
How many OSHA inspections has Laramie GM Auto Center had?
Laramie GM Auto Center has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2025-06-24 and the most recent on 2025-06-24. This averages 3.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Laramie GM Auto Center?
Laramie GM Auto Center has been assessed $12,342 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $6,712 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Laramie GM Auto Center have any serious or willful violations?
Yes. Laramie GM Auto Center has 2 serious violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.
Has Laramie GM Auto Center been cited for wage theft?
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Laramie GM Auto Center, resulting in $6,712 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Laramie GM Auto Center operate in?
Laramie GM Auto Center operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 441110). This industry has 12,990 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 10,487 total OSHA inspections and $37.39M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Laramie GM Auto Center owes me wages?
If you believe Laramie GM Auto Center owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $6,712 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Laramie GM Auto Center's safety record compare to industry average?
Laramie GM Auto Center's total OSHA penalty of $12,342 is above the Retail Trade industry average of $2,879 per employer (4.3x the average). The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Aramont Computer, Inc in Miami, FL is a similar retail trade employer with $0 in current penalties.

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Data Sources & Methodology

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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