Federal
Agency: USDOL
For Employers
DOL FirstStep Employment Law Advisor
Free interactive online tool from the U.S. Department of Labor that walks small employers through which major federal employment laws apply to their business based on industry, employee count, and other factors. Three companion advisors: the main FirstStep (which laws apply), the FirstStep Recordkeeping/Reporting/Notices Advisor (what to document), and the FirstStep Poster Advisor (which workplace posters are required, with downloadable PDFs). No information entered is recorded. Ideal for HC small firms (<50 employees) without a dedicated HR/legal function.