Offering summer job opportunities? Double-check child labor laws

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Abstract: Spring has sprung — and summer isn’t far off. For businesses that typically hire minors for summer jobs, it’s a good idea to brush up on child labor laws. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division recently announced that it’s stepping up efforts to identify child labor violations in the Salt Lake City area. The news serves as a good reminder to companies nationwide about the many details involved in employing children.