Labor Law Violation

There are a series of US laws that outlines the provisions and rights for the protection of laborers and employees, and to forbid any labor law violation.

The Wages and Hours Act sets the maximum standard work hours per week to 40 hours, depending on certain lines of work. Work rendered beyond the hours set for the employee and he's entitled for overtime pay. There are specific overtime pay laws per state, but disparities between these state and federal regulations has allowed some employers to intentionally incorrectly classify their employees to avoid compensating them for overtime rendered.

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 forbids employment discrimination based solely on age with respect to employees 40 years old or older. It was enacted to help employees find ways of meeting problems arising from the impact of age on employment and to avoid any hardships in efforts to find or retain employment. It also promotes employment of older persons based on their ability and skill rather than their age.

The Title VII of the Civil Rights Act is a federal statute that outlines laws with regards to prohibition of employment discrimination by public and private employers, labor organizations, training programs and employment agencies based on an employee's race or color, religion, sex and national origin. Some states also have specific provisions regarding prohibiting employment discrimination based on sexual orientation, marital status and political affiliations. Retaliation is also prohibited by the act against any employee for any acts forbidden by law, or for filing a charge against the employer, or to testify or participate in any litigation under the statute.

Any violations to these laws will constitute a labor law violation and can be subjected to lawsuits. If you believe your rights were violated as a worker or laborer, call Mesriani Law Group today and our employment lawyers will assist you with your labor law violation case.