The Employer's Legal Handbook. This item is unavailable.The Employer's Legal Handbook

New laws affect every aspect of being an employer--from interviewing and hiring, to handling employee benefits to firing. The most complete guide to your rights and responsibilities, The Employer's Handbook shows you how to comply with the most recent workplace laws and regulations, run a safe and fair workplace and avoid lawsuits. Learn everything you need to know about: *Hiring: Understand the guidelines for hiring employees, writing job descriptions, conducting interviews and investigating applicants. *Smart personnel practices: What to include in employee personnel files, employee handbooks, performance reviews and references for former employees. *Employee benefits: Learn the ins and outs of wage and hour laws, retirement plans and health insurance. *Workplace health and safety: Comply with OSHA requirements, and implement policies on smoking, and alcohol . *Discrimination: Prevent sexual harment and discrimination based on age, race, pregnancy, sexual orientation and national origin. *Termination: Avoid wrongful termination cases, conduct a final meeting and protect your business information when employees leave. *Laws affecting small business practices: Everything you need to know about the Americans With Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, health and safety issues, employee testing and more. Whether you hire one employee or one hundred, The Employer's Handbook gives you the practical and guidance you need to run a fair and productive workplace, and stay out of trouble.