Employment Law (in Plain English)

Employment Law (in Plain English)(R)provides both employers and employees the information they need in order to understand the law as it relates to their working relationship. This helpful guide will enable readers to identify and prevent many of the issues which can and do occur in the employment context, thus saving everyone valuable time and money and establishing a stronger workforce. While this book is not intended to replace the reader's employment lawyer, it will provide the ability to assist one's lawyer in litigation should the need arise. Chapters discuss a variety of topics including: Advertising for new positions and vacanciesInterviewing, hiring, and other pre-employment considerationsEmployment contractsUnion shopsCollective bargaining agreementsEmployee handbooksFirst day on the jobWages hours and other terms and conditions of employmentOn-the-job rights and responsibilitiesEmployee dignity, privacy, and reputationOwnership of work created by employeesPrivate employment versus public employmentInternet concernsVirtual officesEmployees versus independent contractor statutesDiscipline and termination of the employment relationshipDispute resolutionFringe benefitsHow to find a lawyer In easy-to-understand terms and with plenty of examples, this essential handbook supplies readers with invaluable insights on the legal nature of their working relationships.