BULE 303 Chapter 15 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 applies to:

Private and some federal government employers. (correct)

Federal government employers only.

State government employers only.

Anyone classified as an employee-at-will is also an independent contractor.

An employee-at-will may be properly discharged for: (Choose 2)

Showing up late to work one time. (correct)

Being 'too attractive.' (correct)

Reporting the company's tax evasion to the IRS.

Being African-American.

The 1935 act that protects workers' rights to form and join unions for collective bargaining is called the:

National Unions Act (NUA).

Collective Bargaining Power Act (CBPA).

Better Together Act (BTA).

National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). (correct)

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has the authority to: (Choose 3 answers.)

File complaints against employers in response to charges of unfair labor practices. Signup and view all the answers

What are the main provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) enacted in 1986? (Choose 2 answers)

The IRCA made it illegal to hire, recruit, or refer for a fee someone not authorized to work in the United States. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main provision of the Immigration Act of 1990?

The Immigration Act of 1990 placed caps on the number of visas (entry permits) that can be issued to immigrants each year. Signup and view all the answers

At the federal level, the primary legislation that protects workers from dangerous conditions on the job is:

The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). Signup and view all the answers

What are three ways that state workers' compensation claims are funded? (Choose 3 answers)

Employers pay into a state-run insurance plan, and claims are paid by the insurance. Signup and view all the answers

How much time off does the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provide?

Up to 12 weeks of unpaid time off. Signup and view all the answers

Which posters does the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) require most businesses to display? (Choose 2 answers)

Report all injuries to OSHA within eight hours. Signup and view all the answers

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.

Description

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.