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Domestic Violence: A Victim's Legal Rights
Abused or victimized by a family member or partner? Your legal rights in Louisiana. Also practical advice. You can also listen to a recording of this item.
By: Acadiana Legal Services Corporation
Other Formats:
PPT File
Federal Help for Victims of Human Trafficking
(Separate Website)
Victims are eligible for federal funds, special visas, and other help.
By: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Guide to Child Labor Laws Laws protect all children working in the U.S., whether they are U.S. citizens or not.
By: Commission for Labor Cooperation
Guide to Laws Prohibiting Forced Labor in the United States It is against the law for anyone to force you to work or give any kind of service against your will or under threat or without being paid.
By: Commission for Labor Cooperation
Looking to Start Summer or After-School Job? -- Minors and Employment
(Separate Website)
Information for teenagers who want to work (and their parents) about youth and employment.
By: Louisiana Department of Labor
Questions About Workplace Safety and Health
(Separate Website)
Questions and answers about workplace safety and health in Louisiana (although mostly from an employer's point of view).
By: Louisiana Department of Labor
Worker Rights to a Safe Workplace
(Separate Website)
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires your employer to have a safe workplace.
By: U.S. Department of Labor
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