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Understanding your rights and obligations in the workplace is crucial. This guide provides an overview of employment law, ensuring you're well-informed about key aspects and what to do when faced with a legal issue at work.
Employment law is a broad area covering all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. It includes issues arising from job interviews, employment contracts, working conditions, wages, promotions, job termination, and more.
These laws regulate how much employees must be paid, overtime, meal and rest breaks, and more. They are mainly governed by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Employers are obligated to ensure a safe working environment. The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) sets out these requirements.
Employment laws like the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) prohibit workplace discrimination and harassment.
If you're dealing with an employment law issue, there are several routes you can take: