We enforce the State Labor Laws for minimum wage, hours of work, employment of minors, payment of wages, farm labor, nursing mothers in the workplace, and more. State Labor Laws: Minimum Paid Rest Periods, Minimum Meal Periods, Prevailing Wages, Payday Requirements.This pamphlet is intended to provide Employers and Employees with general information about their employment rights and responsibilities in New York State. Get information on wage and hour laws, child labor, industry specific laws and how New York is combating wage theft. The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) created this overview of important City, State, and federal laws so you know your rights at work. Employers and HR professionals can use this guide to better understand the labor laws covering New York businesses and to better manage compliance. Learn about employment laws that cover wrongful discharge, workers' compensation, safety violations, discrimination, family and medical leave, and more. The Fair Labor Standards Act prescribes standards for wages and overtime pay, which affect most private and public employment. Federal laws require employers to act fairly and protect the health of employees. Review this chart for an overview of the most common laws.