This page provides essential information regarding key state-specific labor laws, employee rights, and compliance requirements. Our goal is to ensure you have easy access to the necessary documents and information to understand your rights and obligations while working remotely in South Carolina.
Please explore the sections below for details on tax withholdings, workplace rights and posters, pregnancy and lactation support, and other important legal considerations specific to South Carolina.
Tax Withholdings
As a fully remote employee in South Carolina, you are required to complete specific state tax withholding forms. Please submit the completed South Carolina SC-W4 form to the Payroll Office via the secure Payroll Office FileSender.
Workplace Rights & Posters
Access important labor law posters and information relevant to employees in South Carolina. These resources provide a summary of various employment laws and worker protections.
- Labor Law Poster English
- Labor Law Poster Spanish
- Notification of the Availability of Unemployment Insurance Benefits
- Workers' Compensation
Pregnancy & Lactation Support
South Carolina provides specific protections and support for pregnant employees and those who need to express breast milk in the workplace.
- South Carolina Pregnancy Accommodations Act and Lactation Support Act Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
- South Carolina Pregnancy Accommodations Act and Lactation Support Act Frequently Asked Questions -Spanish (PDF)
Workers Compensation
Worker's Compensation coverage extends to remote employees who suffer a work-related injury or illness while performing their job duties. For an injury to be covered, it must arise out of and in the course of employment. Workers' compensation claims must be reported to the Risk Management Office at 610-758-3899 within one business day of the accident.
Important Note: This information is a summary and is subject to change. For complete details and the most current regulations, please refer to the official South Carolina State Department of Labor websites, and consult with Lehigh University's HR and Payroll departments for specific guidance.