Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards. Critical for determining exempt vs. non-exempt status of remote employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) 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 reasonable accommodations for qualified employees with disabilities, including considerations for remote work arrangements.
Immigration Reform and Control Act: Federal law requiring employers to verify employment eligibility of all employees (I-9 verification), including remote workers.
State Labor Laws: Various state-specific regulations governing employment terms, including minimum wage, overtime, breaks, and leave policies that vary by employee's location.
OSHA Home Office Guidelines: Federal safety guidelines for home office environments, though employers have limited liability for home office safety conditions.
Data Security Regulations: Requirements for protecting company and customer data when accessed remotely, including cybersecurity measures and confidentiality protocols.
Equipment and Expense Reimbursement Laws: State-specific laws regarding employer obligations to reimburse necessary business expenses for remote work setup and maintenance.
Workers' Compensation: State-specific requirements for maintaining workers' compensation coverage for remote employees, including considerations for work-related injuries at home.
Tax Nexus Regulations: Rules governing state tax obligations when employing remote workers in different states, including income tax withholding and unemployment insurance.
Employment Classification Rules: Federal and state guidelines for properly classifying workers as employees vs. independent contractors, with specific considerations for remote workers.
Data Privacy Laws: Various federal and state regulations governing data protection, including GDPR compliance if applicable, and state-specific privacy laws.
