Human Resources » Laws
Includes which employers or employees are covered by each statute; the statute's basic provisions and requirements; how to obtain information and assistance from DOL; penalties for non-compliance; and relation to state, local and other federal laws. Links are provided to more detailed information available on DOL agencies’ websites, such as the text of statutes, regulations (e.g., the Code of Federal Regulations), and interpretative bulletins.
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Acronyms Used by the US Department of Labor [26990] 
A listing of some of the major acronyms from major laws, etc.
A listing of some of the major acronyms from major laws, etc.
Black Lung Benefits [9983]
Black Lung Benefits Act (Title IV, Federal Mine Safety And Health Act of 1977, As Amended)
Black Lung Benefits Act (Title IV, Federal Mine Safety And Health Act of 1977, As Amended)
Breaks & Meal Periods [16350]
Overview of US federal regulations on employee breaks and meal periods
Overview of US federal regulations on employee breaks and meal periods
CA-California Labor Laws & Regulations [11628]
Brief overview of the state laws and their requirements as related to employment
Brief overview of the state laws and their requirements as related to employment
Employment of Workers With Disabilities Under Special Certificates [16889]
Full text of US DOL wage and hour regulations CFR Title 29 Chapter V Part 525
Full text of US DOL wage and hour regulations CFR Title 29 Chapter V Part 525
Fair Labor Standards Act Desk Reference [19453]
A primer for nongovernmental employers to understand the key requirements of FLSA
A primer for nongovernmental employers to understand the key requirements of FLSA
Federal Employment Laws [11091]
Text of the Code of Federal Regulations enforced by the US Department of Labor
Text of the Code of Federal Regulations enforced by the US Department of Labor
Federal Employment Laws & Their Acronyms [26991]
Major Laws & Regulations Enforced by Major Laws & Regulations Enforced by the US Department of Labor
Major Laws & Regulations Enforced by Major Laws & Regulations Enforced by the US Department of Labor
FirstStep Employment Law Advisor [26694]
Helps employers determine which laws administered by the Department of Labor (DOL) apply to their business
Helps employers determine which laws administered by the Department of Labor (DOL) apply to their business
FLSA Hours Worked Advisor [15724]
Helps you determine which work-related activities are considered 'hours worked'
Helps you determine which work-related activities are considered 'hours worked'
FLSA Overtime Security Advisor [26691]
Determine whether a particular employee is exempt from the FLSA's minimum wage and overtime pay requirements
Determine whether a particular employee is exempt from the FLSA's minimum wage and overtime pay requirements
Lie Detctors: The Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988 [12826]
FAQ answers common questions related to polygraphs
FAQ answers common questions related to polygraphs
Lie Detector Tests: Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988 [9977]
Information on lie detector test requirements
Information on lie detector test requirements
Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection [9985]
The Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA), as amended
The Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA), as amended
Military: US Veteran Laws & Regs [19928]
Full text of US federal laws and regs that affect military veterans
Full text of US federal laws and regs that affect military veterans
Payroll Resource Library [12267]
Guidance on exempt vs non-exempt, independent contractors, child support withholding, etc
Guidance on exempt vs non-exempt, independent contractors, child support withholding, etc
Title 20 CFR Employee Benefits [16890]
Full text of US Dept of Labor regulations for ESA, WC, ETA, etc.
Full text of US Dept of Labor regulations for ESA, WC, ETA, etc.
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Act [484]
Outlines the protections afforded under the act
Outlines the protections afforded under the act
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights [9984]
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
Wage Garnishment Law [21797]
Understanding the wage garnishment provisions of the Consumer Credit Protection Act (CCPA)
Understanding the wage garnishment provisions of the Consumer Credit Protection Act (CCPA)
Whistleblower Protection [9973]
Protection from discriminatory actions by employers in retaliation for hazard complaints
Protection from discriminatory actions by employers in retaliation for hazard complaints
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Government posting requirements
Legal / Discrimination
Case developments, articles, resources related to employee discrimination
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Case developments, articles, resources related to ERISA & employee benefits
Legal / Labor Law
Case developments, articles, resources related to employment & labor law
Legal / Sexual Misconduct
Case developments, articles, resources related to sexual harrassment
Regulations / ADA
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) case law, regulations, reference materials
Regulations / DOL
Full text of US Department of Labor (DOL) laws - plus, state labor laws
Regulations / EEOC
Full text of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) legislation
Regulations / ERISA
Full text of US ERISA laws (Employee Retirement Income Security Act)
Regulations / FMLA
Full text of the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Workers Comp / WC Laws
Obtain the full text of state workers compensation laws
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