Employment Laws, Regulations and Legal Practices

Lesson 1: Elements of a valid employment contract

Lesson 2: Types of employment agreements (permanent, fixed-term, part-time)

Lesson 3: Contract terms, conditions, and variations

Lesson 1: Legal protections against discrimination (gender, race, age, disability, etc.)

Lesson 2: Equal employment opportunity laws and affirmative action

Lesson 3: Accommodating diversity and promoting inclusivity in the workplace

Lesson 1: Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and minimum wage regulations

Lesson 2: Overtime pay and exemption criteria

Lesson 3: Recordkeeping requirements and wage payment obligations

Lesson 1: Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and its requirements

Lesson 2: Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment

Lesson 3: Employer responsibilities and employee rights related to workplace safety

Lesson 1: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and its provisions

Lesson 2: Eligibility criteria and leave entitlements

Lesson 3: Compliance with leave requirements and managing employee absences

Lesson 1: Privacy laws and regulations in the workplace

Lesson 2: Protecting employee data and personal information

Lesson 3: Monitoring and surveillance considerations

Lesson 1: At-will employment and exceptions

Lesson 2: Wrongful termination and protection against retaliation

Lesson 3: Severance pay, unemployment benefits, and exit procedures

Lesson 1: Employee rights to fair treatment and due process

Lesson 2: Alternative dispute resolution methods (mediation, arbitration)

Lesson 3: Handling employee complaints and grievances

Lesson 1: Recent legislative changes and their impact on employment practices

Lesson 2: Emerging issues in employment law (gig economy, remote work, technology)

Lesson 3: Anticipating and adapting to future trends in employment regulation