What legal protections are available to children in cases of labor exploitation?

In Nebraska, children are protected from exploitation in the workplace through the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The FLSA establishes guidelines to help keep children safe from being overworked and underpaid. This includes setting age requirements for certain types of labor, setting limits on how many hours a child can work, and requiring employers to pay at least the federal minimum wage. The FLSA also prohibits employers from exploiting children by using them for activities that are dangerous to their health and safety, such as operating hazardous machinery. The Child Labor Law, another state law, also sets guidelines for how employers must protect underage workers. This law requires all employers to obtain an Employment Certificate from the Department of Labor in order to hire a minor. The certificate indicates that the employer meets all legal requirements for employing a minor, such as age ranges and hours. The Department of Labor has established an anonymous hotline where workers can report child labor exploitation and other violations of labor law. The hotline is anonymous, so workers can report any exploitation they encounter without fear of retribution. The Department also works to educate employers about their responsibilities under the law and will investigate any reports of exploitation. In cases of exploitation, children are protected by both state and federal laws. While the laws can’t completely eliminate labor exploitation, they can help to ensure that minors are treated fairly and have access to adequate working conditions.

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