Employment law can be broken down into two main categories: labor law and employment discrimination law. Labor law covers topics such as minimum wage, overtime pay, worker safety, and unionization.
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Minimum Wage Laws:
Most employers are required to pay their employees at least the federal minimum wage regardless of the state's minimum wage. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. State laws that establish a lower minimum wage than the federal government may also require an employer to pay their employees at least the lower state minimum wage even if the employee's hourly rate exceeds the federal floor.
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Employment Discrimination:
The law prohibits discrimination in the workplace based on race, national origin, age and disability orientation. The prohibition of employment discrimination is contained within Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VII applies to employers with at least fifteen employees.
Overtime Pay:
Under current law, most employers must pay their employees time-and-a-half for all hours worked over 40 in a week. There are a few exceptions to this rule however – most notably for certain types of workers who are classified as exempt from overtime pay (e.g., white collar professionals).
Worker Safety:
Employers are generally responsible for providing a safe work environment for their employees. This means that employers must take measures to prevent workplace accidents, ensure that workers are properly trained in safety procedures, and make sure that workers are given the appropriate equipment and safeguards to protect them from hazardous materials.