Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law governing minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards affecting full-time and part-time workers
Equal Employment Opportunity Laws: Federal laws prohibiting workplace discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, ADA, and ADEA
Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Federal law requiring employers to verify employment eligibility of workers and maintain Form I-9 documentation
IRS Worker Classification Guidelines: Federal guidelines determining worker status as employee vs. independent contractor, affecting tax obligations and benefits
Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA): Federal law setting minimum standards for most voluntarily established pension and health plans in private industry
Affordable Care Act (ACA): Federal healthcare law establishing requirements for employer-provided health insurance and coverage standards
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal law providing eligible employees with unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal law establishing workplace safety standards and regulations to ensure safe working conditions
State Labor Laws: State-specific regulations governing employment relationships, including wage rates, working hours, and leave requirements
Workers' Compensation Requirements: State-mandated insurance programs providing benefits to workers who are injured or disabled on the job
State Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing the collection, storage, and protection of employee and client data
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory insurance coverage including professional liability, workers' compensation, and general liability insurance
State Contract Laws: State-specific regulations governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
Tax Regulations: Federal and state requirements for payroll taxes, employment taxes, and related tax reporting obligations
