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Title: Employment laws
Description: Employment laws, or labor laws, are the general set of rules that apply to businesses that have workers. These laws cover the rights and responsibilities between employers and workers and are governed by both state and federal law.
Description: Employment laws, or labor laws, are the general set of rules that apply to businesses that have workers. These laws cover the rights and responsibilities between employers and workers and are governed by both state and federal law.
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Employment laws
Employment laws, or labor laws, are the general set of rules that apply to
businesses that have workers
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Some of these laws only apply to businesses over a certain size, but it’s a good
practice to follow them regardless of the size of your business to make sure
you’re treating employees fairly
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In general, all employees are entitled to overtime unless a legal
exemption applies
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Details and other
exemptions can be found here
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Many states have additional EEO
protections, such as sexual orientation, gender identity, and genetic
information, so it is advisable to consult with a legal professional if you have
any questions
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As an employer, you are required to pay for this
insurance, and you cannot ask your employees to contribute
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Family and Medical Leave Act
The Family and Medical Leave Act requires employers of 50 or more employees
to give up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to eligible employees for
the birth or adoption of a child, or for the serious illness of the employee or a
spouse, child, or parent
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Many states have additional leave laws that may be
applicable to smaller businesses and/or that expand certain types of leave
entitlements, so it is advisable to direct any questions to a qualified
professional
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The act
can be enforced through inspections and site visits
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Americans with Disabilities Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination and guarantees
that people with disabilities have the same employment opportunities, the
ability to purchase goods and services, and more
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Equal Pay Act
The Equal Pay Act requires employers to pay male and female employees who
perform similar jobs and tasks under similar conditions the same amount of
money
Title: Employment laws
Description: Employment laws, or labor laws, are the general set of rules that apply to businesses that have workers. These laws cover the rights and responsibilities between employers and workers and are governed by both state and federal law.
Description: Employment laws, or labor laws, are the general set of rules that apply to businesses that have workers. These laws cover the rights and responsibilities between employers and workers and are governed by both state and federal law.