Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law governing minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards. Key consideration for base compensation structure in employment contracts.
Equal Employment Opportunity Laws: Bundle of federal laws including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, and Equal Pay Act that ensure non-discrimination in employment terms and conditions.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal law providing eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year, with continuation of health benefits.
Immigration Reform and Control Act: Federal law requiring employers to verify employment eligibility of all employees through Form I-9 completion.
National Labor Relations Act: Federal law protecting employees' rights to organize and engage in collective bargaining, affecting contract terms regarding union relationships.
State Labor Laws: State-specific requirements for minimum wage, break periods, overtime, and paid sick leave that may exceed federal standards.
State Employment Discrimination Laws: State-level protections against discrimination that may provide additional protected categories beyond federal law.
State-Specific Leave Laws: State regulations governing various types of leave including paid family leave and pregnancy disability leave.
State Worker's Compensation Laws: State-specific requirements for worker injury coverage and reporting obligations that must be referenced in employment contracts.
State Non-Compete Laws: State regulations governing the enforceability, duration, and geographic scope of non-compete agreements in employment contracts.
Employee Classification Regulations: Federal and state guidelines for properly classifying workers as exempt/non-exempt and employee/independent contractor.
Privacy Laws: Federal and state requirements regarding employee data protection and workplace monitoring policies.
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal law establishing workplace safety requirements and reporting obligations that must be acknowledged in employment agreements.
Employee Benefits Laws: Including ERISA, healthcare requirements, and pension regulations that govern the structure and administration of employee benefits programs.
