The Department of Labor has cited a New Jersey computer consulting company for alleged violations of the H-1B provisions of federal immigration law.  DOL alleges the company failed to pay the required prevailing wage to workers hired as computer analysts under the H-1B program.  The Wage and Hour Division seeks $1.5 million in back wages due to 163 workers and over $400,000 as a civil monetary penalty for the willful violations.  The company also faces a potential two-year debarment from the H-1B visa program.  “US Department of Labor Seeks Nearly $1.9 Million in Back Wages From Newark NJ Computer Consulting Company Following Investigation,” DOL News Release, 2/18/10.