Alabama does not have any state laws governing wage and hour issues. Our ESS unit handles an array of employment issues, including, but not limited to, enforcement of laws concerning wages and time off.State Labor Offices Commissioners, Directors, and Secretaries Below is a list of each state and their labor office contact information. Montgomery County's Domestic Worker Law was enacted to provide domestic workers and their employers a framework to help create an employment contract. Evaluating Employment Law Claims. Employment law is like the rulebook for the workplace, ensuring that both employers and employees play fair. Alabama is an atwill employment state. An employer can terminate an employee for any reason, for no reason, or for a bad reason. The Maryland Job Applicant Fairness Act makes it illegal for most employers to require a credit check for job applicants. Maryland Family Military Leave.