Learn With Engaging Employment Law Flashcards

Employment law flashcards are a helpful study tool that condenses important information about employment laws into bite-sized pieces. These flashcards typically include key terms, definitions, and case examples to help users better understand the legal concepts related to employment law.

Employment law is a branch of law that governs the relationship between employers and employees. It covers a wide range of topics, including wages, discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and workplace safety. Understanding employment law is crucial for both employers and employees to ensure fair and lawful treatment in the workplace.

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quick facts

Employment law governs the rights and duties of employers and employees in the workplace.
Discrimination based on factors such as race, gender, age, and disability is prohibited by employment law.
Minimum wage laws set the lowest hourly pay rate that employers can legally pay their employees.
Employment contracts outline the terms and conditions of employment, including pay, benefits, and job responsibilities.
Workers’ compensation laws require employers to provide benefits to employees who are injured on the job.

card list

Front	Back
At-will employment	At-will employment: Employment that can be terminated by either the employer or employee at any time for any reason.
Discrimination	Treating someone unfairly or differently because of their race, gender, age, or other protected characteristic.
Harassment	Harassment: Repeatedly bothering or hurting someone on purpose.
Retaliation	Retaliation: Punishing someone for doing something they have a legal right to do.
Wrongful termination	Firing someone for illegal reasons.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)	FLSA: A law that sets rules for minimum wage, overtime pay, and other labor standards in the United States.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)	A law that allows employees to take unpaid leave for family or medical reasons.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a law that helps protect the rights of people with disabilities and ensures they have equal opportunities in employment, transportation, public accommodations, and government services.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)	The EEOC is a government agency that enforces laws against workplace discrimination.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)	OSHA: A government agency that sets and enforces safety and health regulations in the workplace.
Whistleblower protection	Whistleblower protection: Laws that protect people who report illegal or unethical activities in their workplace.
Worker’s compensation	Money paid to an employee who is injured on the job.
Employment contracts	Agreements between employers and employees outlining job duties, compensation, and other terms of employment.
Non-compete agreements	Agreements where an employee agrees not to work for a competitor for a certain period of time after leaving a job.
Severance packages	Compensation given to an employee when they are laid off or let go.