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

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal civil rights law protecting individuals with disabilities from discrimination in various contexts, including employment and caregiving services

Equal Employment Opportunity Laws: Federal laws prohibiting workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information

Immigration Reform and Control Act: Federal law requiring employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of their employees, including caregivers

Social Security and Medicare Regulations: Federal regulations governing payroll taxes and benefits for caregivers and their employers

State Labor Laws: Varying state-specific regulations governing employment conditions, minimum wage, overtime, breaks, and other worker protections

State Caregiver Registration: State-specific requirements for caregiver registration and licensing with relevant authorities

Background Check Requirements: Federal and state mandates for criminal history checks, elder abuse registry screening, and child abuse clearances

HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act governing privacy and security of medical information in caregiving contexts

Professional Certification Requirements: Required certifications including CPR, First Aid, and state-specific caregiver certifications

Employment Documentation: Required forms including I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, W-4 Tax Withholding, and state tax forms