Everyday Employment Law: The Basics

Everyday Employment Law: The Basics
ISBN-10
0873377966
ISBN-13
9780873377966
Category
Employee rights
Pages
280
Language
English
Published
2002-01
Publisher
Nolo
Authors
Lisa Guerin, Amy Delpo

Description

This Legal Basics book is the perfect introduction to working legally with employees and independent contractors. Everyday Employment Law combines plain-English law with practical information, providing: -- frequently asked questions -- concise articles -- tips that work, traps to avoid -- "lessons from the real world" -- dozens of resources, online and off Designed for new business owners, managers and supervisors who need answers quickly, as well as professionals pursuing a career in Human Resources, Everyday Employment Law covers hiring, firing and everything in between.

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