Labor & Employment
Workers' rights, wages, workplace safety
Related Laws & Statutes
Civil Rights Act of 1964 – Title VII: Equal Employment Opportunity
Employers cannot discriminate against workers or job applicants based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. This applies to hiring, firing, pay, job assignments, promotions, and all other terms of employment.
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, public places, transportation, and telecommunications. Employers must provide reasonable accommodations, and public buildings must be accessible.
Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993
FMLA allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for family and medical reasons, including the birth of a child, caring for a seriously ill family member, or the employee's own serious health condition.
Fair Labor Standards Act – Minimum Wage
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. All employers engaged in interstate commerce must pay at least this amount. States can set higher minimum wages, and employers must pay whichever is higher.
Worker Classification – AB5 (ABC Test)
California's AB5 law makes it harder for companies to classify workers as independent contractors instead of employees. Companies must prove workers meet the 'ABC test' to be classified as contractors.
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