If you are running a retail store, you must have a thorough knowledge about the retail management labor laws. There are certain regulations in this regard that are applicable under state and federal laws. Retail managers have to work long hours in these stores that are either located in stand alone locations or in shopping malls. The manager has big responsibilities over his/her shoulder, as he/she has to keep the store competitive (ahead of the competitors), meet certain sales expectations, and provide training and motivation to the sales staff. Though many states have additional laws for the employment and compensation of these store managers, there are many other states that use just federal regulations.