ComplyRight Your Guide to Employer's Rights

When it comes to employment laws, one thing is certain: They were designed to protect employees. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and other pro-employee laws all explain precisely what employees are entitled to.

Where does this leave you, the employer? For many employers, the fear of an employee lawsuit is so frightening that they feel stifled or they go overboard, giving more latitude than is necessary. More often, employers and managers work hard to do the right thing, only to get snagged by a legal misstep.

Rather than feeling like a victim of employment laws, employers and managers need to become more knowledgeable and take control. They need to understand the laws to learn not just what they can t do but, more important, what they can do. Although it may not always appear so, employers have rights, too.

This book clearly explains the legal parameters with common workplace issues. It s written from the employer s perspective to help you understand how federal laws affect your day-to-day business decisions and management of employees.

With a better understanding of your rights and responsibilities, you ll know exactly what actions you can take as an employer. The guide also contains these special features:

• Legal Lingo - Simple explanations of legal terms
• ComplyRight Tips - Best practices from our experienced employment lawyers and HR experts
• Scenarios - Insights to show real-life applications
• Illustrations - Critical forms, checklists and other support documentation
• Key Points - A quick review of the primary messages from each chapter