Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards affecting employees in the private sector and in federal, state, and local governments
Equal Employment Opportunity Laws: Federal laws prohibiting workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities and prohibiting discrimination
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law protecting workers 40 and older from employment discrimination based on age
Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Federal law requiring employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of their employees
State-Specific Employment Laws: Various state laws governing minimum wage, labor conditions, and employment terms that may exceed federal requirements
Employment At-Will Doctrine: Legal principle varying by state that allows either employer or employee to terminate employment at any time without cause, subject to exceptions
E-SIGN Act: Federal law governing the validity of electronic signatures and records in commercial transactions, including employment documents
State Contract Formation Laws: State-specific laws governing how valid contracts are formed, interpreted, and enforced
Privacy and Data Protection Laws: Federal and state regulations governing the collection, storage, and handling of personal information in employment context
Record Retention Requirements: Federal and state mandates for maintaining employment-related records and documentation for specified periods
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulatory requirements that may apply based on the specific industry sector (e.g., healthcare, financial services, etc.)
