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.

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. Must be reflected in equal opportunity employment statements and anti-discrimination policies.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and prohibiting discrimination based on disability.

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

Equal Pay Act: Federal law requiring equal pay for equal work regardless of gender. Impacts compensation terms and pay structure documentation.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal law providing eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave annually. Applies to companies with 50+ employees.

Immigration Reform and Control Act: Federal law requiring employers to verify employment eligibility of all employees through I-9 documentation.

National Labor Relations Act: Federal law protecting employees' rights to organize and engage in collective bargaining. Impacts employment terms even in non-union settings.

State At-Will Employment Exceptions: State-specific exceptions to at-will employment including public policy, implied contract, and covenant of good faith exceptions. Varies by jurisdiction.

State Wage and Hour Laws: State-specific requirements for minimum wage, pay frequency, and final paycheck requirements. May exceed federal standards.

State Leave Laws: State-specific regulations regarding sick leave, vacation policies, and family leave. May provide additional rights beyond federal requirements.

State Non-Compete Regulations: State-specific rules governing the enforceability and scope of non-compete agreements. Varies significantly by jurisdiction.

State Termination Requirements: State-specific rules regarding notice periods, final pay requirements, and termination procedures. Must be incorporated into termination clauses.