Although many US government departments and agencies have issued guidelines interpreting legal requirements in different circumstances their status has now been demoted by the Department of Justice. They may no longer be regarded by the courts as an extension of the law. They illuminate a situation facing employers – but only statute and legal precedent have binding legal effect. This has major implications for employers in respect to the “fair employment” law, wage and hour requirements, the payment of Interns, discrimination by government contractors and the Affordable Care Act.
USA :: Status of official guidelines
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