Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards affecting full-time and part-time workers
Davis-Bacon Act: Federal law requiring payment of prevailing wages on federally funded construction projects
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal law ensuring safe and healthful working conditions by setting and enforcing standards and providing training and assistance
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities and ensuring accessible construction standards
Immigration Reform and Control Act: Federal law requiring employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of their employees
Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act: Federal law requiring overtime pay for laborers and mechanics on federal construction contracts
State Labor Laws: State-specific regulations governing employment relationships, wages, and working conditions
State Licensing Requirements: State-specific requirements for contractor licensing, registration, and certification
Construction Lien Laws: State-specific laws governing mechanics' liens and other construction payment security instruments
Workers' Compensation Laws: State-specific requirements for insurance coverage protecting workers injured on the job
State Insurance Requirements: State-specific mandates for various types of insurance coverage in construction projects
Prompt Payment Acts: State-specific laws establishing payment timeframes and penalties for late payments in construction projects
Building Codes: Local and state regulations establishing minimum standards for construction safety and quality
Environmental Regulations: Federal and state laws governing environmental protection during construction activities
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions, including construction contracts
Miller Act: Federal law requiring performance and payment bonds on federal construction projects
State Little Miller Acts: State versions of the federal Miller Act, applying to state public construction projects
Federal Arbitration Act: Federal law governing the enforcement of arbitration agreements and arbitration awards
