Maine Labor Law Updates

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Maine Labor Law Poster Posting Requirements:

• Notice Regarding Minimum Wage Law (NEW) (26 MRSA 668) In Maine, you're required under 26 MRSA 668 to post, in a conspicuous location, information regarding the minimum wage. The full-color and easy-to-read Maine Complete Labor Law Poster provides this information in a single location, so that your employees are informed, and your company is compliant.
• Whistleblower's Protection Act (26 MRSA 839) Under the Whistleblower's Protection Act, you must prominently post information regarding this act, so that your employees understand the protections and obligations. The Maine Complete Labor Law Poster provides this information in a clear, summarized fashion.
• Workers' Compensation (39 MRSA 406) The Maine Complete Labor Law Poster allows you to post, in a conspicuous location, details regarding Workers' Compensation in English, French and Spanish.
  Video Terminal Display (26 MRSA 252) Under Maine law, you must inform all workers who use a video terminal (e.g. computer) of their rights and duties under 26 MRSA 252. The Maine Complete Labor Law Poster provides this information, so that your employees remain safe, and your company remains compliant under the law.
• Child Labor Law (26 MRSA 42-B(3)) Employing workers under the age of 18 is permissible, provided that strict adherence to Maine Child Labor Law is followed. Be aware that the state may impose civil penalties for non-compliance. The Maine Complete Labor Law Poster ensures that all employees and management are aware of these laws, and how they affect different age groups.
• OSHA for Public Sector The Maine Complete Labor Law Poster informs your employees of their OHSA rights and protections as enforced by the U.S. Department of labor.
• Sexual Harassment Is Illegal You're obligated to take steps to keep your workplace free sexual harassment. The Maine Complete Labor Law Poster clearly informs all employees of your commitment to upholding the law. It also provides some examples of sexual harassment, such as suggestive or lewd remarks, and others.
• Discrimination Notice The Maine Complete Labor Law Poster informs all employees and management that your workplace is law-abiding and doesn't discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, ancestry, genetic predisposition, age, whistleblowing, accessing workers' compensation benefits, or disability.
• Regulation of Employment The state of Maine regulates employment to ensure that the workplace is compliant and employees are treated fairly. The Maine Complete Labor Law Poster fulfils your legal obligation to provide this information to employees in a conspicuous location.
• Unemployment Compensation You are required under Maine Employment Security Law to provide your employees with information on how they can file a claim, and other rights, obligations and protections they have under this law. The Maine Complete Labor Law Poster provides this information in a clear, easy-to-read format.
• Federal Minimum Wage Act (29 CFR 516.4) Federal law requires that you post information with respect to the federal minimum wage increases from $6.55 an hour to $7.25 an hour, effective July 24, 2009. This information must be displayed in a conspicuous location.
• Uniform Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (38 USCA 433(a)) You are mandated by federal law to provide information regarding the rights, benefits and obligation of employees who are governed by the Uniform Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. Post this information in a conspicuous location.
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (29 CFR 801.6) Per federal law, employees have specific rights and protections accorded to them under the Employee Polygraph Protection Act. You must inform employees of their rights under the act. Ensure that you post this information in a conspicuous location. Be aware that under 29 CFR 801.42(7) a civil penalty of up to $10,000 may be assessed against you for violating any provision of the Act.
• Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law (29 CFR 1601.30) Your employees must be informed of their rights under federal equal employment laws. Ensure that you post this information in a prominent and accessible location.
• Family and Medical Leave Act (29 USC 2619(a)(b)) You must post information informing employees of their rights and protections per the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act. This information must be displayed in a conspicuous location, accessible by all employees.
• Occupational Safety and Health Act (29 CFR 1903.2(a)(1)) You must display clear, summarized and accurate information regarding your employees' rights and protections under the Federal Occupational Health and Safety Act. Display this information in a conspicuous location, and ensure that it is not altered, defaced, or covered by other material.

Minimum Wage Rates in Maine in 2020:

As of January 1, 2020 the state minimum wage of maine is $12.00.

Important Phone Numbers: State of Maine

• Wage & Hour - (207) 623-7900
• OSHA - (207) 941-8177
• Workers' Compensation - (207) 287-3751
• Unemployment Insurance - (800) 593-7660