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A SIMPLE GUIDE TO KNOW KEY LABOR LAWS

Many labours only know about laws when they talk to labor law lawyers. There are many important labor laws in the country, lets understand some of them in details.

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A SIMPLE GUIDE TO KNOW KEY LABOR LAWS

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  1. Email: russ@sundquistlaw.com Mob: 651-228-1881 A SIMPLE GUIDE TO KNOW KEY LABOR LAWS

  2. Email: russ@sundquistlaw.com Mob: 651-228-1881 Workers and Workplace Injury Any organization in the United States Which is employing people has to follow laws which are handled by Department of Labor. Such regulations made to secure the interests or right of workforce which are really doing hard work and making efforts in industrial development. It is important for businesses and employees to understand the key labor laws. If workers know the federal regulations then only laws will assist them in discharging the duties and protecting their rights in a better manner. Many labours only know about laws when they talk to labor law lawyers. There are many important labor laws in the country, lets understand some of them in details.

  3. Email: russ@sundquistlaw.com Mob: 651-228-1881 The reasons are mentioned below that why it is important for labors to aware about their labor laws.

  4. Email: russ@sundquistlaw.com Mob: 651-228-1881 1. Wages & Hours The Fair Labor Standards Act states standards for minimum pay with overtime wages which employees should get. It also defines standards for record keeping and youth employment. It is applicable to workers in private sector and in federal, state and local governments. It specifies employers to pay minimum wage stated under the act to all covered individuals who are not exempt.

  5. Email: russ@sundquistlaw.com Mob: 651-228-1881 2. Employee Benefit Security There are organizations which provide pension or welfare assistance plans for employees. This assist workers in saving money which can be utilized for living a stress free retired life. The Employee Retirement Income Security Act or ERISA is used for guiding employers who offer these benefits. The law needs employing organizations to give the complete details of a benefits scheme to their workers.

  6. Email: russ@sundquistlaw.com Mob: 651-228-1881 3. Workplace Safety & Health One of the most important labor laws which all workers should be aware is the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). The prime objective of this act is to give workers with the security cover against hazards and risks which they face as part of job. This act states that all employers must define and document workplace safety and health policy.

  7. Email: russ@sundquistlaw.com Mob: 651-228-1881 4. Workers’ Compensation Every employees should aware about workers’ compensation program in the jurisdiction. All states wants the organizations to involve in hiring workers to provide compensation and other related advantages to staff members who get injured while performing their duties. Compensation can be utilized to manage bills for medical treatment comprising any procedure which was important by a medical practitioner.

  8. Email: russ@sundquistlaw.com Mob: 651-228-1881 Apart from these labor laws, there are several other regulations which protect workers’ interests. For example, the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA) guides how agricultural and farm workers should be hired. Labor must engage with union or a consultant to get information about the laws which affect the occupation.

  9. Email: russ@sundquistlaw.com Mob: 651-228-1881 Contact Us We are always happy to make valuable new contacts. russ@sundquistlaw.com www.unionmemberslawfirm.com/ 353 7th St W #103St Paul, MN 55102, USA 651-228-1881

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