Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law governing overtime, minimum wage provisions, exempt vs. non-exempt employee classification, and record-keeping requirements
Civil Rights Acts (Title VII): Federal legislation ensuring protection against discrimination and equal employment opportunity provisions
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities and protecting against disability discrimination
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law providing protection for workers 40 and older against age discrimination
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal law governing employee leave rights, requirements, and job protection provisions
Immigration Reform and Control Act: Federal law mandating employment eligibility verification requirements
State Employment Laws: State-specific regulations covering minimum wage, paid leave requirements, and state-level discrimination protections
Non-Compete Laws: State-specific regulations governing non-compete agreements and restrictions, varying significantly by jurisdiction
State Labor Codes: State-specific requirements for working hours, conditions, and meal/rest break requirements
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing withholding requirements and employee classification
Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA): Federal law governing benefits administration and retirement plan obligations
National Labor Relations Act: Federal law protecting collective bargaining rights and employee rights regarding working conditions
Intellectual Property Laws: Federal and state laws governing trade secrets protection and work product ownership
Securities Laws: Federal regulations governing insider trading provisions and stock option plans, if applicable to executive management
