Frequently Asked Labor Law Questions

Labor law posters are official notices required by federal and state laws that outline employees' rights. Any employer with at least one employee must prominently display these posters in a spot that employees regularly visit. Failing to post them correctly can lead to fines, penalties, and even lawsuits.

If over 5% of your workforce uses English as a second language, you are required to display posters in Spanish in certain states, including California, Texas, Florida, and New York. The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster must also be available in the primary language spoken by your employees. While not legally mandatory everywhere, it's a good practice to provide Spanish versions to ensure all employees understand their rights.

No, physical labor law posters are still legally required. These posters must be displayed in a spot where all employees can see them regularly. While online posting options are being explored, current rules mandate that physical copies be posted in the workplace.

Employers must still ensure that remote or home-based employees are aware of their rights. This can be done by mailing posters directly to remote workers or by providing digital access via a company intranet. If remote employees visit an office location regularly, posting the notices at the office fulfills this requirement.

Yes, both the federal and state minimum wage posters must be displayed, even if the state rate is higher. The higher wage rate applies for payment purposes. Different rules may apply to employees earning tips, bonuses, or commissions, but posting requirements remain unchanged.

Posters should be placed in highly visible areas where all employees gather, such as break rooms, near time clocks, or in cafeterias. The goal is to make sure that everyone has easy access to the information.

Yes, if employees do not all work in a central location. Each building should have its own set of labor law posters so that everyone can view them easily and regularly.

Any time a law changes, new posters must be displayed immediately. Employers need to keep up with mandatory updates to avoid penalties. Regularly check your posters to ensure they are the latest versions.

Yes, fines for not displaying or updating posters can be as high as $17,000. Penalties vary by agency and can range from $110 to $10,000 per violation. Although inspections aren’t common, the posters are checked during any workplace investigations.

Visit our Poster Compliance Check page to verify if your labor law posters are up-to-date. If your posters are outdated, you’ll need to update them immediately to remain compliant.

While government agencies offer free downloads, staying on top of updates can be time-consuming and confusing. Our posters save time and ensure all required notices are included and up-to-date.

Our posters are guaranteed to be compliant at the time of purchase. If you ever receive an outdated poster, we will replace it and refund your money. Our service ensures that posters are not shipped until mandatory updates are made.

This service automatically replaces your posters whenever a mandatory update occurs, saving you from having to track changes. Labor laws often change 2-3 times per year, and our service ensures compliance with a one-time annual fee.

You’ll get a new, fully updated poster for each mandatory change during your plan term. These posters are laminated to withstand wear and tear.

Yes, it includes the Spanish version as well or you have the option of opting into both the English and Spanish versions.

The Worry-Free Compliance Plan automatically renews each year. Your account will be charged using your original payment method at the end of your term. We’ll send you a renewal notice one month before, giving you the option to cancel if you no longer need labor law posters. This yearly service ensures your posters stay up-to-date and compliant, so you never miss an important update.