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

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Federal regulations ensuring equal opportunities in employment and preventing workplace discrimination

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

HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act - Protects sensitive patient health information from being disclosed without patient's consent

State Licensing Requirements: Specific state-by-state requirements for caregiver licensing and certification

Home Care Workers Wage Rule: Federal regulation extending minimum wage and overtime protections to home care workers

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

Privacy Laws: Laws governing the protection of personal information and requiring consent for sharing client information

State Labor Laws: State-specific regulations governing employment relationships, wages, and working conditions

Background Check Requirements: State and federal requirements for conducting background checks on caregivers

Defamation Laws: Laws protecting individuals from false statements that could harm their reputation, including both libel and slander

Professional Certification Standards: Industry-specific requirements and professional certifications needed for caregiver positions