Labor and Employment Multi-State Charts Toolkit

by Practical Law Labor & Employment

A Toolkit containing resources in the form of 50-state surveys and at-a-glance charts to help multi-state employers and their counsel navigate the complexities of US state labor and employment laws. This Toolkit addresses a wide array of critical workplace issues, allowing for quick comparison of state-level requirements. Topics covered include hiring practices such as ban-the-box laws and salary history inquiries; wage and hour compliance concerning minimum wage, paid sick leave, and pay transparency; and employee rights related to personnel file access and workplace privacy. It also provides guidance on anti-discrimination laws, sexual harassment training and settlement agreements prompted by the #MeToo movement, at-will employment exceptions, and workplace safety standards, including states with their own plans approved by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Further resources summarize state laws on employee leave, union-related right-to-work provisions, and requirements for professional employer organizations (PEOs), making this collection an essential starting point for understanding state nuances and developing compliant workplace policies across multiple jurisdictions.