Employment Labor Codes Database
Access official state employment laws and understand your workplace rights. Direct links to government sources with expert explanations of key provisions.
Understanding Your Rights is Critical
Employment laws vary significantly by state and change frequently. The information provided links to official government sources, but laws can be complex. Consult with an employment attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Employment Law Practice Areas
Understanding common violations and what steps to take to protect your rights.
Wage & Hour Laws
Minimum wage, overtime, meal breaks, and payment requirements
Common Violations
- Unpaid overtime compensation
- Working off the clock without pay
- Misclassification as exempt employee
What to Do
- Keep detailed records of hours worked
- Document all work performed off the clock
- Save pay stubs and time records
Discrimination Laws
Protection against workplace discrimination based on protected characteristics
Common Violations
- Hiring discrimination based on race, gender, age
- Promotion denied due to protected status
- Unequal pay for equal work
What to Do
- Document discriminatory incidents and comments
- Keep records of unequal treatment
- Report to HR and keep copies of complaints
Sexual Harassment
Protection against sexual harassment and hostile work environments
Common Violations
- Unwelcome sexual advances by supervisors
- Quid pro quo harassment for job benefits
- Hostile work environment with sexual conduct
What to Do
- Document all incidents with dates and witnesses
- Report harassment to HR in writing
- Preserve evidence including emails and texts
Retaliation Protection
Protection for employees who report violations or exercise rights
Common Violations
- Fired for filing discrimination complaint
- Demoted for reporting safety violations
- Harassed for taking protected leave
What to Do
- Document the protected activity you engaged in
- Keep records of adverse actions taken
- Show connection between activity and retaliation
Wrongful Termination
Protection against illegal firing and contract violations
Common Violations
- Fired for discriminatory reasons
- Termination in violation of employment contract
- Fired for refusing to commit illegal acts
What to Do
- Review employment contract and handbook
- Document circumstances of termination
- Gather evidence of illegal reasons
Workers' Compensation
Protection and benefits for workplace injuries and illnesses
Common Violations
- Denied workers' comp claim without cause
- Retaliation for filing injury claim
- Forced to return to work too early
What to Do
- Report workplace injury immediately
- Seek appropriate medical treatment
- Keep detailed records of injury and treatment
State Employment Laws & Official Codes
Access official state labor codes with direct government links and expert analysis.
Arizona
AZArizona employment law includes state-specific protections beyond federal requirements, particularly for wage and hour issues.
California
CACalifornia offers the strongest worker protections in the nation with comprehensive employment laws and higher standards than federal requirements.
Colorado
COColorado provides strong employee protections including comprehensive anti-discrimination laws and progressive workplace policies.
Connecticut
CTConnecticut has comprehensive employment laws that often exceed federal protections, particularly in anti-discrimination and wage laws.
Florida
FLFlorida employment law generally follows federal standards with some additional state protections for workers.
Georgia
GAGeorgia follows federal employment law standards with limited additional state-level worker protections.
Illinois
ILIllinois offers strong employee protections with comprehensive anti-discrimination laws and progressive workplace policies.
Maryland
MDMaryland offers comprehensive employment protections with strong anti-discrimination laws and worker rights.
Massachusetts
MAMassachusetts has some of the strongest worker protections in the nation with comprehensive employment laws.
Michigan
MIMichigan provides solid employment protections with state-specific anti-discrimination and wage laws.
Minnesota
MNMinnesota offers strong worker protections with comprehensive employment laws and progressive workplace policies.
New York
NYNew York has some of the most comprehensive worker protections in the nation with extensive employment laws.
North Carolina
NCNorth Carolina follows federal employment standards with some additional state protections for workers.
Ohio
OHOhio provides solid employment protections with state-specific anti-discrimination and whistleblower laws.
Oregon
OROregon offers strong worker protections with comprehensive employment laws and progressive workplace policies.
Pennsylvania
PAPennsylvania provides solid employment protections with state-specific anti-discrimination and wage laws.
Tennessee
TNTennessee follows federal employment standards with some additional state protections for workers.
Texas
TXTexas follows federal employment standards with some state-specific protections, particularly for wage and hour issues.
Virginia
VAVirginia follows federal employment standards with some additional state protections for workers.
Washington
WAWashington offers strong worker protections with comprehensive employment laws and progressive workplace policies.
Wisconsin
WIWisconsin provides solid employment protections with state-specific anti-discrimination and wage laws.
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