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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 applies to:
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 applies to:
An employee-at-will may be properly discharged for: (Choose 2)
An employee-at-will may be properly discharged for: (Choose 2)
The 1935 act that protects workers' rights to form and join unions for collective bargaining is called the:
The 1935 act that protects workers' rights to form and join unions for collective bargaining is called the:
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has the authority to: (Choose 3 answers.)
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has the authority to: (Choose 3 answers.)
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What are the main provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) enacted in 1986? (Choose 2 answers)
What are the main provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) enacted in 1986? (Choose 2 answers)
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What is the main provision of the Immigration Act of 1990?
What is the main provision of the Immigration Act of 1990?
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At the federal level, the primary legislation that protects workers from dangerous conditions on the job is:
At the federal level, the primary legislation that protects workers from dangerous conditions on the job is:
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What are three ways that state workers' compensation claims are funded? (Choose 3 answers)
What are three ways that state workers' compensation claims are funded? (Choose 3 answers)
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How much time off does the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provide?
How much time off does the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provide?
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Which posters does the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) require most businesses to display? (Choose 2 answers)
Which posters does the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) require most businesses to display? (Choose 2 answers)
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Study Notes
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- Applies to private and some federal government employers.
Employee-at-Will
- Can be discharged for being considered "too attractive."
- Showing up late to work once can justify termination.
National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)
- Enacted in 1935 to protect workers' rights to form and join unions for collective bargaining.
National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Authority
- Can issue cease-and-desist orders.
- Investigates unfair labor practice charges by employees.
- Files complaints against employers regarding unfair labor accusations.
Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) of 1986
- Provides amnesty to certain groups of undocumented immigrants in the U.S. at the time.
- Makes it illegal to hire anyone without authorization to work.
Immigration Act of 1990
- Places caps on the annual number of visas issued to immigrants.
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
- Main federal legislation protecting workers from hazardous workplace conditions.
State Workers' Compensation Claims Funding
- Employers self-insure and pay claims from company funds.
- Employers contribute to state-run insurance plans for claims payment.
- Employers may pay into privately-run insurance plans for claims.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Provides up to 12 weeks of unpaid time off for qualifying medical and family needs.
OSHA Poster Requirements
- Requires businesses to post specific notices in the workplace.
- Mandates reporting work-related injuries to OSHA within eight hours.
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Test your knowledge of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and employment-at-will concepts with these flashcards. This chapter covers crucial legal definitions and implications for employers and employees alike. Perfect for students preparing for exams in business law.
