National Labor Relations Act (NLRA): Federal law that governs labor relations and protects employees' rights to organize, bargain collectively, and engage in concerted activities
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Establishes standards for wage and hour requirements, including minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor provisions
Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII): Prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities and prohibits discrimination
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Protects workers 40 and older from employment discrimination based on age
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for specified family and medical reasons
Equal Pay Act: Requires that men and women be given equal pay for equal work in the same establishment
WARN Act: Requires employers to provide advance notice of qualified plant closings and mass layoffs
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Sets and enforces workplace safety and health standards
Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA): Establishes minimum standards for pension and health plans in private industry
Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Requires employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of their employees
State Labor Laws: Various state-specific regulations that may provide additional or different requirements than federal law
Federal Arbitration Act: Governs the enforcement of arbitration agreements and procedures in employment contracts
Trade Secret Protection Laws: Protects confidential business information that provides a competitive advantage
Privacy Laws: Federal and state regulations governing the collection, use, and protection of employee personal information
Worker Classification Regulations: Rules determining whether workers should be classified as employees or independent contractors
