Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law that establishes standards for wage, overtime pay, and employment records that must be considered when verifying employment details

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin, which must be considered when writing employment verification letters

Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law protecting workers 40 and older from employment discrimination, relevant when providing employment history information

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities, which must be considered when discussing job duties and accommodations

Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA): Federal law governing the collection and use of consumer information, including employment verification when background checks are involved

State Privacy Laws: Various state-specific regulations governing the handling and disclosure of employee information in employment verification documents

Truth in Reference Laws: State-specific legislation governing employer references and establishing liability protections for truthful employment references

Defamation Laws: Legal framework protecting against false statements that could harm reputation, crucial when providing employment verification

EEOC Requirements: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidelines for maintaining employment records and providing employment verification

Department of Labor Regulations: Federal regulations regarding employment record keeping and verification requirements