Question

A federal law requires that employers with 15 or more employees take steps to "reasonably accommodate" the religious needs and practices of their employees. A law, such as this one, that gives rights and imposes duties is an example of an ______ law.

Answer 1

Substantive law is the correct answer.

Substantive law is a group of statutatory or written laws that governs how everyone within its jurisdiction is supposed to behave. It also defines crimes, punishments, rights, obligations and responsiblities in both criminal and civil laws.