FMLA: Family and Medical Leave Act - Federal law that provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for specified family and medical reasons
ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act - Federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and may require reasonable accommodations for medical conditions
FLSA: Fair Labor Standards Act - Federal law establishing wage, overtime, and recordkeeping requirements that may affect sick pay calculations
GINA: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act - Federal law protecting against discrimination based on genetic information in health insurance and employment
State Paid Sick Leave Laws: Various state-specific laws mandating paid sick leave requirements, accrual rates, and usage conditions (varies by state)
State Family and Medical Leave Laws: State-specific laws that may provide additional or different family and medical leave protections beyond federal FMLA
State Disability Laws: State-specific laws governing short-term and long-term disability benefits and accommodations
State Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing the collection, storage, and handling of employee medical information
Local Ordinances: City or county-specific paid sick leave requirements and employment regulations that may exceed state standards
HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act - Federal law establishing standards for protecting sensitive patient health information
EEOC Guidelines: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidelines ensuring non-discriminatory practices in sick leave administration
Company Policies: Internal policies and collective bargaining agreements that may affect sick leave administration and requirements
COVID-19 Legislation: Special provisions and requirements related to COVID-19, including the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and subsequent updates
