Another exception is that public employers are often held to a higher standard than private employers. There are many other federal and state laws regulating many aspects of the employment relationship. For every 4 hours worked, an employee is entitled to a 10 minute paid break. An employer must deduct taxes from an employee's paycheck. An employer may not avoid this responsibility by calling the employee an independent contractor, unless the person is truly independent of the employer's control.
Independent contractors are responsible for their own taxes.
Sixteen and seventeen-year olds may work up to 44 hours in a week and their hours are not restricted. There are additional safety requirements for work places that employ minors. Minors are also restricted from performing certain jobs. For more details contact The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries at 731-4074. Employees are provided with parental or family leave through the Federal Parental Family Leave Act and the Oregon Family Leave Act.