Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor for full-time and part-time workers in the private sector and government

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Regulations: Federal regulations ensuring workplace fairness and prohibiting workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or age

Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Federal law requiring employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all employees, including completion of Form I-9

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 and requiring reasonable accommodations

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

State Labor Laws: State-specific regulations governing employment relationships, including minimum wage, overtime, breaks, and leave requirements

At-Will Employment Doctrine: Legal principle varying by state that allows employers or employees to terminate employment at any time without cause, subject to exceptions

Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized requirements for particular industries including professional licensing and compliance standards

IRS Employment Classifications: Federal tax regulations determining proper classification of workers as employees or independent contractors

Privacy Laws: Federal and state regulations governing the collection, storage, and protection of employee personal information