Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards affecting full-time and part-time workers

Equal Employment Opportunity Laws: Federal laws ensuring equal opportunity in employment and prohibiting workplace discrimination

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law protecting qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination in employment practices

Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law protecting workers age 40 and older from employment discrimination based on age

Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Federal law requiring employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of their employees

State Labor Laws: Various state-specific regulations governing employment relationships and working conditions

State Licensing Requirements: State-specific requirements for operating as an employment agency or recruiting firm

Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA): Federal law regulating the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information, including background checks

State Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing the collection, storage, and use of candidate personal data

Contract Law: State-specific laws governing the formation, interpretation, and enforcement of contracts

Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized set of laws governing commercial transactions, including service contracts

Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific requirements and professional licensing standards for recruitment in particular industries

IRS Tax Regulations: Federal tax laws governing independent contractor relationships and employment tax obligations

Non-Compete and Trade Secret Laws: State laws governing competition restrictions and protection of confidential business information