The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a landmark piece of legislation that prohibits discrimination in employment based on several protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) prohibits discrimination against individuals who are 40 years of age or older in hiring, firing, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment.

The Equal Pay Act (EPA) prohibits employers from discriminating on the basis of sex in the payment of wages for equal work performed in the same establishment.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, housing, public accommodations, transportation, and other areas of public life.

An employment contract is a legally binding agreement between an employer and an employee that outlines the terms and conditions of employment, such as wages, hours, and job duties.

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets the minimum wage, overtime pay, and recordkeeping requirements for employees in the United States.

The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) protects the right of employees to organize and bargain collectively with their employers, and prohibits employers from engaging in unfair labor practices.

The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) sets workplace safety and health standards, and requires employers to provide a safe and healthful workplace for their employees.

The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) regulates employee retirement plans, such as pension plans and 401(k) plans, and sets minimum standards for participation, vesting, and funding.

Resignation is the legal term for the process by which an employee voluntarily terminates their employment relationship with their employer.

Termination is the legal term for the process by which an employer can end an employee's employment relationship.

Layoff is the legal term for a temporary suspension of employment due to economic conditions or other business reasons.

Discharge is the legal term for the process by which an employer can dismiss an employee for misconduct or poor performance.

A charge is the legal term for the process by which an employee can file a complaint with a government agency alleging that their employer has violated employment laws.

Collective bargaining is the legal term for the process by which an employer and a union negotiate a collective bargaining agreement, which sets the terms and conditions of employment for union members.