National Labor Relations Act (NLRA/Wagner Act): Federal law establishing basic rights of private sector employees to unionize, setting framework for collective bargaining, and defining unfair labor practices
Labor Management Relations Act (Taft-Hartley Act): Federal legislation regulating union activities, defining employer rights, and addressing collective bargaining processes
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law governing minimum wage requirements, overtime pay regulations, and child labor restrictions
Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII): Federal legislation prohibiting discrimination, establishing equal employment opportunity requirements, and protecting certain classes
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations and protecting against disability discrimination in the workplace
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal legislation establishing employee leave rights, requirements, and job protection provisions
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal law setting workplace safety requirements and health standards
State Labor Laws: State-specific legislation covering minimum wage, leave requirements, and safety regulations that may exceed federal standards
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific requirements such as DOT regulations for transportation, healthcare regulations for medical sector, and other industry-specific standards
EEOC Guidelines: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidelines for preventing workplace discrimination and promoting fair employment practices
Railway Labor Act: Specialized federal law governing labor relations in railroad and airline industries, if applicable
