America is built on the drive of entrepreneurs and the grit of laborers. From entrepreneurs beginning a small business in their own garages to hourly laborers clocking in across the nation, all of them are crucial to powering the economy.
But success doesn’t necessarily fall on innovation or ethics—sometimes it’s about knowing your rights in the workplace. While federal laws are the blueprint, states add their own.
The result is a patchwork of protection and confusion, especially for those trying to create a business or make a living in very regulated sectors.
This resource offers a closer look at the basic workplace rights that all entrepreneurs and employees should know, with nods to key states and a focus on practical, work-oriented information.Federal legislation is founded in the current workplace on two major pieces of legislation: the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).OSHA maintains workplaces safe for workers by establishing protective equipment, hazard prevention standards, and reporting standards.
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