Child Labor Laws

Having youth work in your business can be a great way to expose young people to the importance of employment and hard work, and to provide them the benefit of extra spending money and a sense of inclusion as part of a team. However, because young people can be more susceptible to various abuses, there are a number of child labor laws in place to protect minors and their interests.

If you would like to provide young people the opportunity to work with your company, it is important you abide by your local child labor laws. The experienced Des Moines business lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. can help you look through your hiring policies to ensure you are complying with your state restrictions. Contact our office today at 877-327-2600 to get the support and assistance you need.

Common Laws Concerning Child Labor

The following laws are commonly associated with employing individuals under the age of 18 in your company, business or organization:

• Children can only work part time.
• Children under the age of 14 cannot be employed.
• Children under the age of 16 cannot work during regular school hours.
• There are hour restrictions on what times and how long a child may work when they are enrolled in school.

These laws exist for the protection of children and can have an impact on your scheduling practices.

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Providing young people with the opportunity of employment can help you find part time employees while giving individuals the opportunity to work for the first time. If you choose to employ young people it is imperative you abide by all child labor laws. The experienced Des Moines business attorneys of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. can help you establish a policy for hiring and employing minors that follows all legal regulations while benefiting your organization. Contact our office today at 877-327-2600 for more information.