Employment Law governs the nature of the employer-employee relationship, and in particular how employers must treat employees. Employment law not only addresses the employer's treatment of current employees, but also prospective employees (job applicants) and former employees. This area of law covers issues involving health and safety on the job, workplace discrimination (gender, age, race, religion, disability, other), sexual harassment, affirmative action, pensions, worker's compensation, and the like. Employment law, however, does not typically include the right to organize and negotiate collective bargaining agreements, which is covered by labor law. Employment law is characterized by a myriad of federal/state laws, regulations, and court decisions. Although many countries have a board overarching federal scheme regarding employment law, state and local laws vary by jurisdiction.

• U.S. Employment Law Guide
  U.S. Dept of Labor - common federal employment laws.
• U.S. Employment & Labor Law Compliance Guide
  U.S. Dept of Labor - Office of Compliance Assistance Policy.
• U.S. Labor Laws for New & Small Businesses
  Policy guidance on wages, benefits, nondiscrimination policies, more.
• U.S. Legal Obligations on Hiring Employees & Contractors
  Business.gov - steps when hiring new employees, more.
• U.S. Laws & Regulations – Termination of Employees
  Business.gov – steps when firing or laying off employees.

• Canada Employment Standards
  Dept of Human Resources & Social Development.
• U.K. Employment Rights Overview
  U.K. Directgov - outline of basic employment rights.
• E.U. Employment Rights - Posted to a Member State
  Basic rights if posted to work in an European Union state.

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