Employers who fail to post required labor law notices face penalties, fines, and potential lawsuits, with fines varying by poster and agency, ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dollars per violation.
Why Post Labor Law Notices?
Employee Rights: Labor law posters inform employees of their rights under various federal and state laws, including minimum wage, overtime, workplace safety, and discrimination protections.
Compliance: Displaying these notices is a legal requirement for employers, ensuring they are aware of their obligations and employees are informed of their rights.
Avoiding Fines and Lawsuits: Failure to comply can lead to penalties, fines, and even lawsuits.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines:
Federal: Penalties vary depending on the specific law and agency involved.
FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act): $204 per violation.
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act): $15,625 per violation.
EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission): $659 for failing to post the “Know Your Rights” poster.
EPPA (Employee Polygraph Protection Act): Up to $24,793 per violation.
State: Many states also have their own poster requirements and penalties for non-compliance, which can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars.
Key Labor Law Posters
Federal:
FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act): “Employee Rights and Responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act”.
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act): “Job Safety and Health: It’s the Law”.
EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission): “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal”.
FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act): “Employee Rights Under the Fair Labor Standards Act” (Minimum Wage Poster).
USERRA (Uniformed Services Employment Rights Act): “Your Rights Under USERRA”.
EPPA (Employee Polygraph Protection Act): “Employee Polygraph Protection Act”
State: Many states have their own specific poster requirements, such as those related to minimum wage, unemployment insurance, and workers’ compensation.