Employment Law
Resources on employment laws, rights, and employer-employee relations.
Administering Employee Benefits
This playbook outlines the steps for administering employee benefits in compliance with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). It details essential actions to ensure lawful benefits management.
Anti-Discrimination Policy Creation
This playbook describes the sequential steps necessary for creating and implementing an effective anti-discrimination and harassment policy within a workplace environment. It guides through the policy development, employee communication, and enforcement stages.
Crafting Compliant Employee Handbook
This playbook describes the steps necessary to develop an employee handbook that effectively communicates company policies and adheres to employment laws. It ensures that the company's guidelines are clear and legally sound.
Developing Drug-Free Workplace Policy
This playbook outlines the steps to create and implement an effective drug-free workplace policy. It takes into account both state and federal regulations and addresses considerations related to the legality of recreational and medicinal marijuana use.
Employee Background Checks
This playbook outlines the step-by-step process and best practices for conducting lawful background checks on prospective employees. It ensures compliance with legal requirements and the fair treatment of candidates.
Employer Recordkeeping Guide
This playbook outlines the essential steps for employers to maintain appropriate employee records and adhere to the legal requirements for record retention.
FMLA Compliance Procedure
This playbook describes the structured approach required for organizations to comply with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). It covers determination of employee eligibility, managing leave requirements, and fulfilling employer responsibilities.
Gender Pay Equity Evaluation
This guide provides a structured approach to analyze and address gender pay gaps within an organization. It ensures that pay practices are fair and compliant with pay equity laws.
Handling Discrimination Charges
This playbook outlines the necessary steps an employer should take when responding to charges of employment discrimination. It includes both internal investigation and legal response procedures.
Handling Employee Terminations
This playbook outlines the steps for managing employee terminations and layoffs while remaining compliant with employment laws, especially the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act, and maintaining an ethical approach throughout the process.
Handling Workplace Retaliation Claims
This playbook describes the process of identifying and preventing workplace retaliation. It aims to safeguard a company from legal repercussions by outlining the steps to address and mitigate claims of workplace retaliation effectively.
HR Audit Execution
This playbook outlines the steps necessary to conduct successful Human Resources (HR) audits. It details the procedure for ensuring compliance with employment laws and finding opportunities for enhancing HR practices.
I-9 and E-Verify Compliance
This playbook provides employers with a guide to properly complete and maintain Form I-9 and use the E-Verify system for immigration compliance.
Implementing ADA Accommodations
This playbook outlines steps to implement reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). It guides employers through the process of handling accommodation requests effectively and legally.
Manager Employment Law Training
This playbook outlines the steps for developing a training program aimed at equipping managers with the fundamental knowledge of employment law necessary for daily operations.
Managing Employee Leaves
This playbook outlines the steps to manage employee leaves of absence, ensuring support for the employee's needs while complying with relevant employment laws. It addresses leaves for medical, personal, or military reasons.
Navigating EEO Laws
This playbook provides guidance on understanding and complying with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws to prevent workplace discrimination. It details employer responsibilities and offers best practices for fostering an equitable work environment.
OSHA Workplace Safety Plan
This playbook outlines the steps for creating a workplace safety plan in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Preventing Age Discrimination
This playbook provides a guide on understanding and complying with the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). It outlines steps for employers to develop strategies to prevent age discrimination in the workplace.
Preventing Wage and Hour Violations
This playbook outlines steps to avoid violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and state labor laws concerning wage and hour requirements. It details proactive strategies to maintain compliance and ensure fair employee compensation.
Understanding FLSA Requirements
This playbook outlines the steps necessary to comprehend the key elements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards.
Updating Non-Compete Agreements
This playbook outlines the steps necessary for evaluating and updating non-compete agreements to ensure they are enforceable and meet current legal standards.
Worker Classification Guidance
This playbook provides guidance on how to differentiate between employees and independent contractors, as well as the legal implications of each classification.
Workplace Privacy Balance
This playbook details the steps to ensure a balance between employee privacy rights and employer surveillance policies in the workplace. It aims to guide employers in creating a conducive work environment while maintaining necessary oversight.
Workplace Retaliation Protection
This playbook provides guidance on the laws that protect whistleblowers and outline steps employers can take to foster a non-retaliatory work environment. It provides a framework for both understanding employee protections and implementing policies that enforce these protections.
Writing Job Descriptions
This playbook describes the process of writing comprehensive job descriptions. It focuses on outlining essential functions and ensuring compliance with employment laws.
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