Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law that establishes standards for wage and hour requirements, including record-keeping obligations for employers regarding employment history and compensation
Privacy Act of 1974: Federal law governing the collection, maintenance, use, and dissemination of personal information maintained by federal agencies, which influences private sector best practices
Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Federal law requiring employers to verify employment eligibility and maintain accurate employment records, which may need to be referenced in experience letters
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination, which must be considered when providing employment documentation to ensure no discriminatory language or practices
State Employment Record Requirements: Various state-specific laws dictating what employment records must be maintained and what information must be provided to employees upon request
Service Letter Laws: State-specific laws (where applicable) requiring employers to provide written statements about former employees' service details upon request
Truth in Reference Laws: State-specific regulations governing what information can be shared in employment references and experience letters to protect both employer and employee
EEOC Guidelines: Federal guidelines ensuring that employment documentation practices do not result in discrimination or adverse impact on protected classes
State Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing the handling and disclosure of personal information in employment documentation
Defamation Laws: State-specific laws protecting against false statements in employment documentation that could harm an individual's reputation or career prospects
