Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law that requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities and protects against disability discrimination
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal law that provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal law establishing workplace safety standards and requirements to ensure safe working conditions
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor
CDC Guidelines: Federal public health guidelines, particularly relevant for COVID-19 workplace safety measures
State Labor Laws: Specific state regulations governing employment relationships, working conditions, and employee rights
Workers' Compensation Laws: State-specific laws governing compensation and return-to-work provisions for injured workers
HIPAA: Federal law protecting sensitive patient health information from being disclosed without consent
Employment Contracts: Existing agreements between employer and employee, including collective bargaining agreements if applicable
State Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing the handling and protection of personal and medical information
Reasonable Accommodation Requirements: Legal obligations to provide appropriate workplace modifications for disabilities and religious beliefs
