The SHRM Essential Guide to Employment Law: A Handbook for HR Professionals, Managers, Businesses, and Organizations

The SHRM Essential Guide to Employment Law is a comprehensive legal reference for HR professionals, employers, and small business owners. It provides an overview of U.S. workplace laws, regulations, and court decisions, and offers general principles, highlights key issues, and provides specific examples and suggestions to help make the employer-employee relationship run more smoothly. The Second Edition features scores of updates and new content.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 516 pages
Publication date: 31 January 2023
Publisher: Society for Human Resource Management

The SHRM Essential Guide to Employment Law is a comprehensive legal reference for HR professionals, employers, and small business owners. Written in simple, straightforward language, it provides essential information on the legal relationship between employees and employers, ensuring compliance with the law and protecting businesses from legal action. With over 200 workplace law topics covered, the Guide offers an overview of U.S. workplace laws, regulations, and court decisions that employers, regardless of size, are likely to encounter. It also highlights potential pitfalls and provides guidance on when to seek professional advice.

Each chapter in the Guide provides general principles, highlights key issues, and offers specific examples and suggestions to enhance the employer-employee relationship. The Second Edition of the Guide includes numerous updates and new content, reflecting recent developments in employment law. These updates cover important topics such as:

New National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Rules: The Guide provides insights into the latest NLRB rules and regulations, which impact the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees in the workplace.

New State Law Limitations on Inquiring About Salary History: The Guide explains the limitations on employers' ability to inquire about salary history, as well as the potential legal consequences of such inquiries.

Compliance for Telework: The Guide offers guidance on ensuring compliance with telework laws and regulations, which have become increasingly important in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lawfulness of Provisions in Severance and Release Agreements: The Guide examines the legal implications of severance and release agreements, including non-compete agreements, and provides advice on their enforceability.

Department of Labor's Change of Position on Volunteer Workers: The Guide highlights the Department of Labor's change of position on volunteer workers, which affects the classification of such workers under employment law.

New State Laws Limiting or Prohibiting Non-Compete Agreements: The Guide provides information on state laws that limit or prohibit non-compete agreements, which can be challenging for employers to navigate.

In addition to these updates, the Second Edition of the Guide includes a wealth of additional content, making it an invaluable resource for HR professionals and employers. It covers a wide range of topics, including employment discrimination, employee benefits, labor relations, and workplace safety.

The Guide is designed to be user-friendly and accessible, with clear explanations and examples to help readers understand complex legal concepts. It is an essential tool for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest employment law developments and ensure compliance with the law.

Whether you are an HR professional, employer, or small business owner, the SHRM Essential Guide to Employment Law is a must-have resource for understanding and navigating the complex world of employment law. By providing comprehensive coverage of legal topics and offering practical guidance, it helps you protect your business and your employees and ensure a fair and equitable workplace.

Weight: 289g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781586445164
Edition number: 2 Revised edition