All businesses with
employees are required to comply with state and federal regulations regarding
the protection of employees. For information on state labor laws, work force
availability, prevailing wages, unemployment insurance, unionization, benefits
packages and employment services contact your state government.
Federal information
may be obtained by contacting the U.S. Department of Labor Immigration Act The
Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all employers to
verify the employment eligibility of new employees. The law obligates an
employer to process Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The
Immigration and Naturalization Service Office of Business Liaison offers a
selection of information bulletins and live assistance for this process through
the Employer Hotline. In addition, INS forms and the Employer
Handbook can be
obtained by calling the Forms Hotline.
For Forms: (800)
870-3676
Employer Hotline:
(800) 357-2099
Health and Safety
The Federal
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) outlines specific health
and safety standards employers must provide for the protection of employees.
Many states have similar standards. For state information contact your local
OSHA office. Workers' Compensation
If a business employs
three or more people, workers' compensation insurance must be carried to
provide protection to those injured in on-the-job accidents. The State Board of
Workers' Compensation aids people who need claim assistance. For more
information contact your state government.
Minimum Wage
Virtually all
business entities are subject to the federal minimum wage, overtime and child
labor laws. Information on these laws and other federal laws, may be obtained
from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division.
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