Business Law · Boston College
This course provides a foundational overview of the legal principles governing the employer-employee relationship in the United States. Topics include discrimination, harassment, hiring practices, wage and hour regulations, workplace safety, labor relations, termination procedures, and post-employment restrictions. Students will engage with case law, statutes, and current issues to explore how legal frameworks shape workplace dynamics and employee rights. Well also look at how legal rules connect with broader policy debates and the different perspectives of workers, employers, and government a