Civil Rights Act of 1964: Federal law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Title VII is particularly relevant for settlement agreements involving workplace discrimination.
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law protecting workers aged 40 and older from employment discrimination, must be considered in age-related settlement agreements.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities, relevant for settlements involving disability claims.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing wage, overtime, and employment standards, crucial for settlements involving wage and hour disputes.
EEOC Regulations: Guidelines and requirements set by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission for handling discrimination claims and settlements.
Alternative Dispute Resolution Act of 1998: Federal law governing alternative dispute resolution procedures, including conciliation and settlement processes.
State Civil Rights Laws: State-specific regulations protecting civil rights, which may provide additional or different protections than federal law.
State Labor Laws: State-specific employment regulations that may affect settlement terms and conditions.
State ADR Requirements: State-specific rules and procedures for alternative dispute resolution and settlement agreements.
Contract Law Principles: Fundamental legal requirements including valid consideration, capacity of parties, voluntary agreement, and clear terms.
Confidentiality Regulations: Laws governing non-disclosure requirements, privacy protections, and trade secret preservation in settlement agreements.
Tax Regulations: IRS rules and requirements regarding the treatment, reporting, and taxation of settlement payments and attorney fees.
