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5 Important Historical Changes to U.S. Labor Laws Employment laws have evolved significantly as lawmakers, federal agencies, and courts have addressed wages, workplace safety, hiring practices, and employee protections. Understanding these historical developments helps employers recognize why workplace compliance requirements continue to change. Below are five important developments in U.S. labor law history and their significance for employers. This article provides historical context rather th …

Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA): Employer Requirements The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) is a federal law that protects employees and job applicants from discrimination based on genetic information. GINA's employment protections, known as Title II, took effect on November 21, 2009. The law prohibits covered employers from using genetic information when making employment decisions and places restrictions on requesting, obtaining, and disclosing genetic …

5 Important Historical Changes to U.S. Labor Laws Employment laws have changed significantly over time as lawmakers, federal agencies, and courts have addressed wages, workplace safety, hiring practices, and employee protections. Understanding these historical developments helps employers recognize why workplace compliance requirements continue to evolve. Below are five important developments in U.S. labor law history and their significance for employers. This article provides historical context …