National Labor Relations Act (NLRA/Wagner Act): Federal law establishing basic rights of private sector employees to unionize, setting rules for collective bargaining, and defining unfair labor practices
Labor Management Relations Act (Taft-Hartley Act): Federal law regulating union activities, defining employer rights, and addressing collective bargaining procedures
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law governing minimum wage requirements, overtime pay regulations, and record-keeping requirements
Civil Rights Act (Title VII): Federal law establishing anti-discrimination provisions and equal employment opportunity requirements
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law mandating reasonable accommodation requirements and prohibiting disability discrimination
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal law establishing employee leave rights and requirements
State Labor Laws: State-specific regulations including right-to-work provisions, minimum wage requirements, and overtime rules that vary by state
State Employment Laws: State-specific regulations covering additional discrimination protections, leave requirements, and workers' compensation
State Safety Regulations: State-specific workplace safety requirements that supplement federal regulations
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulations that apply to specific sectors such as transportation, healthcare, or education
