National Labor Relations Act (NLRA): Federal law protecting employees' rights to discuss working conditions and ensuring policies don't interfere with protected concerted activity
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal regulations regarding work time vs. break time and compensation requirements for time spent on premises
State-Specific Break and Rest Laws: Various state laws governing required break times, rest periods, and specific labor regulations that vary by jurisdiction
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal workplace safety regulations including emergency exit access requirements and building capacity regulations
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Federal anti-discrimination law ensuring policies are applied uniformly and don't discriminate against protected classes
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and preventing discrimination
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law protecting workers 40 and older from age-based discrimination in policy enforcement
State Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing employee privacy and surveillance in the workplace
Property Rights and Trespassing Laws: Legal framework governing private property rights and trespassing regulations that affect loitering policies
Collective Bargaining Agreements: Existing labor agreements that may contain provisions affecting workplace policies and employee rights
