Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law governing minimum wage, overtime pay, and employee classification requirements that must be considered in employment terms
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Laws: Federal regulations ensuring equal treatment in employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law protecting rights of individuals with disabilities in employment and requiring reasonable accommodations
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law protecting workers 40 and older from age-based discrimination in employment
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin
State Employment Laws: State-specific regulations covering minimum wage, overtime, at-will employment, anti-discrimination, and leave requirements
Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Federal law requiring employers to verify employment eligibility and maintain I-9 documentation
Contract Law Principles: Basic legal requirements for contract formation, consideration, and at-will employment disclaimers
Employee Classification Guidelines: Rules governing the classification of workers as independent contractors vs. employees and exempt vs. non-exempt status
Data Privacy Laws: State and industry-specific requirements for handling employee personal information
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional requirements that may apply to regulated industries or specific sectors
Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA): Federal law governing employee benefit plans and their administration
Affordable Care Act (ACA): Federal healthcare law with employer requirements for providing health insurance coverage
COBRA: Federal law requiring continuation of health coverage after employment termination under certain circumstances
