Reference Resources
Labor and employment law and economics by Call Number: K1705.6.L328 2009ISBN: 1847207294Publication Date: 2009Available at:
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The FMLA handbook : a union guide to the Family and Medical Leave Act by Call Number: KF3531.S39 2009ISBN: 0945902212Publication Date: 2009Available at:
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Wage and hour laws : a state-by-state survey by Call Number: KF3490.Z95W34 2004ISBN: 157018397XPublication Date: 2004Available at:
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Web Resources
- Labor and Worklife Program (Harvard Law School)"The Labor and Worklife Program (LWP) is Harvard University’s forum for research and teaching on the world of work and its implications for society. Located at the Harvard Law School, the LWP brings together scholars and policy experts from a variety of disciplines to analyze critical labor issues in the law, economy, and society." Handles issues such as family leave and worker's compensation.
- Work Life Law Center"A nonprofit research and advocacy group devoted to women's advancement and to improving work/life balance for everyone--men as well as women. "
OSHA, ERISA, FMLA: Government Resources
- Occupational Health and Safety AdministrationA government agency, created by the Occupational Health Safety Act of 1970, to set and enforce standards for healthy and safe working conditions. Good source of statistical data and compliance publications.
- DOL: Employment Law Guide- Family and Medical LeaveA guide from the US Department of Labor, detailing the Family and Medical Leave Act, who it covers, what it protects, and how it is enforced.
- NJ Division of Wage and Hour CompliancePart of New Jersey's Department of Labor and Workforce Development; includes text of relevant state wage law, and guides to filing a wage claim.
- Family Leave Insurance (NJ)"Under the Family Leave Insurance provision of the New Jersey Temporary Disability Benefits Law, cash benefits may be payable for up to six (6) weeks to bond with a newborn or newly adopted child or to provide care for a seriously ill family member. "