Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law governing minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards. Key considerations include minimum wage requirements, overtime calculations, and proper employee classification.

Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII): Federal anti-discrimination law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. Must be reflected in employment terms and conditions.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and protecting against disability-based discrimination in the workplace.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal law providing eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for specified family and medical reasons.

Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Federal law requiring employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all employees. Includes I-9 form compliance requirements.

National Labor Relations Act (NLRA): Federal law protecting employees' rights to organize and engage in collective bargaining. Affects terms regarding union activities and collective actions.

Equal Pay Act: Federal law requiring equal pay for equal work regardless of gender. Impacts wage and compensation provisions in employment contracts.

State Labor Laws: Various state-specific requirements including minimum wage, overtime rules, paid sick leave, termination rules, and non-compete regulations that may exceed federal standards.

Employee Classification Regulations: Guidelines for properly classifying workers as employees vs. independent contractors and exempt vs. non-exempt status, affecting compensation and benefit obligations.

Employee Benefits Regulations: Laws governing mandatory and optional benefits including healthcare (ACA compliance), retirement plans (ERISA), and paid time off policies.

Privacy and Confidentiality Laws: Federal and state regulations regarding employee data protection, confidentiality requirements, and trade secret protection measures.