The US market has a lot to offer. And any company wanting to operate there, or just explore the market, is going to want to take on US staff. This guide will help companies understand US employment law and requirements, how payroll operates, and how they can best hire employees in the USA.
Requirements to hire employees in the USA
Employment law in the US is well defined, but in some areas is looser than in other Western countries. It has evolved since the 1930s through a series of separate acts covering different areas. There are over 180 different laws enforced by the US Department of Labor. The main ones governing employment and payroll include:
- The Civil Rights Act of 1964
- The Equal Pay Act of 1963
- The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1933
- Fair Labor Standards Act 1938
- Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967