Understanding employment laws is crucial for employees to protect their rights and navigate the legal landscape of the workplace. In this post, we will highlight key employment laws that every employee should know. We will cover minimum wage, overtime pay, anti-discrimination laws, family and medical leave, and workplace safety regulations. By familiarizing themselves with these laws, employees can ensure fair treatment and take appropriate actions if their rights are violated.
Knowledge of employment laws empowers employees to make informed decisions and seek legal recourse if necessary. This post will provide an overview of important employment laws and offer resources for further information.
The minimum wage varies on a state-by-state basis. To ensure that your employer complies with the minimum wage in your current state, please click the link for minimum wage laws https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/minimum-wage/state. (State minimum wage may not apply for federal employees). Overtime pay employees are covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (if the employer is not exempt). This act ensures that employees are paid overtime working passed 40+ hours in a work week, which pay is unable to be less than time and ½ of individuals pay. Discrimination laws are protected by employees through the federal government, which prohibits discrimination based on a person’s national origin, race, color, religion, disability, sex, and familial status. Family and medical leave laws allow employees to take 12 weeks off in a 12-month period unpaid. For workplace safety regulations, please visit https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/osha3021.pdf.
