This book provides a comprehensive overview of employment law and is a useful supplement to any employment law casebook. The book is divided into seven chapters. Chapter 1 examines who is an employee and who is an employer. Chapter 2 analyzes the employment-at-will doctrine and job security claims. Chapter 3 focuses on privacy, autonomy and dignity. Chapter 4 analyzes claims that employers may have against employees. Chapter 5 discusses employment terms and benefits that are directly mandated by law, like minimum wage, or strongly encouraged or regulated by law, such as pensions. Chapter 6 examines workplace health and safety. Finally, Chapter 7 discusses the expanding role of arbitration in the resolution of employment disputes. Read more

***The paperback version includes a code for downloading the 9-hour audiobook and 500 Flash Cards, at no extra charge*****This book is an updated version the best-selling book PHR Study Guide 2022-2023 that has over 100 reviews: https://www.amazon.com/PHR-Study-Guide-2022-2023-Certification/dp/198972695X/**While other guides only provide a short review, this guide has a complete review of concepts along with 480 questions and detailed answer explanations. *The 2024-2025 version was released on February 1, 2024.*Imagine if test-takers could get all of the practice they need from one study guide and score very high on the Professional in Human Resources Exam. This guide is designed to cover material tested on the exam that is administered by HRCI (Human Resources Certification Institute).Newstone's book combines theory and practice questions so that students are fully prepared before writing the exam. There are 4 full-length tests included.About Newstone Test PrepNewstone Test Prep provides students with up-to-date test questions so that they are well prepared before taking the exam. We take pride in our guides because they combine both theory and test questions. At Newstone Test Prep, we do not just compile test questions; we compile the same number of questions as the real exams, in the same format. This has been a great help for past students because they were able to simulate the real exam while studying.Thousands of students have scored higher on their exams after using our study guides.Table of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1: Business Objectives and Best PracticesChapter 2: The Core Values of an OrganizationChapter 3: The Role of Cross-Functional StakeholdersChapter 4: Business Best Practices to Mitigate RisksChapter 5: Significance of Data in Deciding Organizational StrategiesChapter 6: Federal Laws and RegulationsChapter 7: The Process of RecruitingChapter 8: Orientation of New EmployeesChapter 9: Staffing AlternativesChapter 10: Transition Techniques for Corporate RestructuringChapter 11: Organizational DevelopmentChapter 12: Instructional Design Principles and ProcessesChapter 13: Consultation on Professional Growth and Development OpportunitiesChapter 14: Training Program Facilitation, Techniques and DeliveryChapter 15: Coaching, Mentoring and Employee RetentionChapter 16: Compensation and RewardsChapter 17: Job Analysis and Evaluation Concepts and MethodsChapter 18: Non-Monetary CompensationChapter 19: Functional Effectiveness of the Employee Life CycleChapter 20: Human Resource Management and Organizational ValuesChapter 21: Diversity and InclusionChapter 22: Workplace Safety and Emergency ResponseChapter 23: The Collective Bargaining ProcessChapter 24: The Process of TerminationTest 1: QuestionsTest 1: Answers & ExplanationsTest 2: QuestionsTest 2: Answers & ExplanationsTest 3: QuestionsTest 3: Answers & ExplanationsTest 4: QuestionsTest 4: Answers & Explanations Read more

**The 2025-2026 version was published on January 29, 2025. The paperback version now includes a code for downloading the audiobook and 500 digital flash cards.**Imagine if students could get all of the practice they need from one study guide and score very high on the Associate Professional in Human Resources exam.This aPHR Study Guide combines review material and practice questions so that students are fully prepared before writing the exam. While other guides only provide a short review, this guide has a complete review of concepts along with 360 questions and detailed answer explanations. There are 4 full-length tests included so that students will have enough practice before attempting the real exam.About Newstone Test PrepNewstone Test Prep provides students with updated test questions so that they are well prepared before taking the exam. We take pride in our guides because they combine both review material and test questions. At Newstone Test Prep, we do not just compile test questions; we compile the same number of questions as the real exams, in the same format. This has been a great help for past students because they were able to simulate the real exam while studying.Thousands of students have scored higher on their exams after using our study guides.Table of ContentsIntroductionSection 1 - Talent AcquisitionChapter 1: Fundamentals of Human Resource Management (HRM)Chapter 3: Talent Recruitment, HR Metrics, and Data CollectionSection 2 - Learning and DevelopmentChapter 4: Training and Developing EmployeesChapter 5: Organizational Development and Change ProgramsSection 3 - Compensation and BenefitsChapter 6: Compensation: Establishing Strategic Pay PlansChapter 7: Pay for Performance and BenefitsSection 4 - Employee RelationsChapter 8: The Role of HR in Organizational Goals and ObjectivesChapter 9: Employee Engagement and HRChapter 10: Performance Management and AppraisalChapter 11: Building Positive Employee RelationsSection 5 - Compliance and Risk ManagementChapter 12: US Laws and Regulations for BusinessesChapter 13: Labor Relations and Collective BargainingChapter 14: Risk Assessment Techniques for a Safe WorkplaceChapter 15: Organizational Restructuring Initiatives: Risk to Business ContinuityTest 1: QuestionsTest 1: Answers & ExplanationsTest 2: QuestionsTest 2: Answers & ExplanationsTest 3: QuestionsTest 3: Answers & ExplanationsTest 4: QuestionsTest 4: Answers & Explanations Read more

Learn how to conduct a full and fair workplace investigation Workplace complaints carry serious legal and financial risks to a company, so it’s essential to act fast when you receive an employee complaint. But an ineffective or poorly handled investigation can land your company in even more trouble than not performing one at all. In the era of #MeToo, it’s more important than ever to ensure your investigation is complete, impartial, and timely. The Essential Guide to Workplace Investigations shows you how to legally and successfully investigate and resolve any type of complaint or problem. It covers common workplace issues such as harassment, discrimination, violence, drug and alcohol use, and employee theft. The book guides you through each step of an effective investigation, including: deciding whether to investigate taking immediate action, if necessary choosing an investigator planning the investigation interviewing witnesses gathering and evaluating the evidence taking action documenting the investigation, and following up. With Downloadable Forms You can download all the forms you need, including sample policies, checklists, templates, and resources at Nolo.com Read more

Whether you are majoring in business or another non-legal professions, EMPLOYMENT AND LABOR LAW, 9E offers the ideal comprehensive introduction to employment and labor relations. This book uses excerpts from real law cases to illustrate how labor-related disputes arise and are resolved in the courts. Eye-opening features, such as The Working Law and Ethical Dilemma, demonstrate how labor legislation and ethical decision-making impact employees at all levels of organizations today -- from hourly workers to owners. You review the most up-to-date information on the NLRB and EEOC, the Fair Labor Standards Act, President Obama’s executive orders regarding undocumented immigrants and LGBT rights, Obamacare, the Defense of Marriage Act, and other employee-benefits developments. You also study issues relevant to you, such as FLSA and NLRB rights for unpaid interns, teaching assistants, and student-athletes. No other book combines such balanced coverage with a student-friendly approach. Read more

Handle employment decisions with confidence, whether your employees are onsite or remoteEmployment laws change often. Staying on top of them is essential to running an efficient, fair workplace—and heading off expensive lawsuits. Use this must-have desk reference to find answers to workplace questions, quickly and easily. The Employer’s Legal Handbook is the go-to guide for business owners and managers. It covers the most common and current employment law issues you need to know about, including•  applications, interviews, and hiring•  must-have personnel policies•  wage and hour laws•  employee discipline and performance reviews•  health insurance and other employee benefits•  employee taxes and payroll•  family and medical leave•  employee privacy•  illegal harassment and discrimination, and•  terminations, downsizing, and layoffs.The 16th edition provides updated 50-state legal information and explains the latest developments in employment law, including the rise of the remote workforce. Read more

The all-in-one legal and tax resource every independent contractor and freelancer needsWhether you’re starting a full-scale consulting business or booking jobs on the side, Working for Yourself provides all the legal and tax information you need in one place. This edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect changes to relevant laws, including updated information on Section 179 expensing and bonus depreciation, as well as a new section on tax credits for electric vehicles. Learn how to:decide the best form for your business (sole proprietor, LLC, or other)request payment in full and on timepay estimated taxes and avoid trouble with the IRStake advantage of all available tax deductions and credits, including the 20% pass-through tax deductionchoose health, property, and other kinds of insurancekeep accurate records in case you get audited, andwrite legally binding contracts and letter agreements.If you’re tired of doing endless web searches for the information you need to start and run your business, this easy-to-use and authoritative resource is for you. Read more

The goal of this Field Book is to help provide new and experienced Union Stewards with the most important information they will need to fulfill their daily duties administrating their Collective Bargaining Agreements, dealing with Management, and handling employee grievances, all in a compact pocket sized format that they can keep on hand and reference quickly while on the job.This book also contains downloadable links to a collection of PDF Forms created to help Stewards in common tasks like handling grievances and requesting information.(Author's Note: In Previous copies of the paperback book the font used made the links for the downloadable forms hard to read, this could lead to the url links being incorrectly typed, particularly the number 1 looking like a capital letter i. This has been corrected in newer copies by changing the font used in that section of the book.) Read more

Learn how to conduct a full and fair workplace investigation Workplace complaints carry serious legal and financial risks to a company, so it’s essential to act fast when you receive an employee complaint. But an ineffective or poorly handled investigation can land your company in even more trouble than not performing one at all. It’s more important than ever to ensure your investigation is complete, impartial, and timely. The Essential Guide to Workplace Investigations shows you how to legally and successfully investigate and resolve any type of complaint or problem. It covers common issues such as harassment, discrimination, violence, drug and alcohol use, and employee theft. This edition has updated sections on sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination and handling problems in the remote workplace. The book guides you through each step of an effective investigation, including: deciding whether to investigate planning an investigation interviewing witnesses gathering and evaluating evidence documenting the investigation and more. With Downloadable Forms You can download all the forms you need, including sample policies, checklists, templates, and resources at Nolo. Read more

A bottom-up investigation of the broken system of professional licensing, affecting everyone from hairdressers and morticians to doctors, lawyers, real estate agents, and those who rely on their services.Tens of millions of US workers are required by law to have a license to do their jobs―about twice as many as are in unions. The requirements are set by over 1,500 industry-specific licensing boards, staffed mainly by volunteers from the industries they regulate. These boards have enormous power to shape the economy and the lives of individuals. As consumers, we rely on licensing boards to maintain standards of hygiene, skill, and ethics. But their decisions can be maddeningly arbitrary, creating unnecessary barriers to work. And where boards could be useful, curbing harms and ensuring professionalism, their performance is profoundly disappointing.When Rebecca Haw Allensworth began attending board meetings, she discovered a thicket of self-dealing and ineptitude. Drawing on hundreds of hours of interviews with board members and applicants, The Licensing Racket goes behind the scenes to show how boards protect insiders from competition and turn a blind eye to unethical behavior. Even where there is the will to discipline bad actors, boards lack the resources needed to investigate serious cases. The consequences range from the infuriatingly banal―a hairdresser prevented from working―to the deeply shocking, with medical licensing boards bearing considerable blame for the opioid crisis and for staffing shortages during the COVID epidemic. Meanwhile, unethical lawyers who are allowed to keep their licenses are overrepresented among advocates working with the most vulnerable groups in society.If licensing is in many arenas a pointless obstacle to employment, in others it is as important as it is ineffective. Allensworth argues for abolition where appropriate and outlines an agenda for reform where it is most needed. Read more

Planning to start an LLC of your own? Don’t begin until you know about these costly mistakes.Do you know what makes banks less likely to give you a business loan?Or what kind of information your state will penalize you for if you don’t report it each year?What about the risks to your personal assets if you don’t properly structure your company?These are just a few examples of the innocent mistakes many people make when starting an LLC. But they’re peanuts next to what’s possibly the most common mistake among business owners — not knowing the ins and outs of LLCs before forming one.Without a basic understanding of what goes into launching and running an LLC, you could end up wasting thousands of dollars fixing even the smallest mistakes.What specifically should you know before you start?This is just one of the key questions covered in this book. Based on the author’s own experience starting his own businesses, it shows you not only which mistakes to avoid but also tips for managing your LLC successfully once it’s up and running.Here’s a small fraction of what you’ll find inside this book:How to start your LLC in just 6 easy steps, and what to know before you begin the processAn all-too-common pitfall among owners that chokes business growth (plus, 4 other first-timer mistakes to avoid when forming your LLC)How to know whether you really need an LLC, and 5 alternative routes you can take to forming a businessThe 9 key documents every LLC owner needs to keep track of to stay out of trouble with the lawA simple method for finding strangers to invest in your business without meeting face-to-face (you might be surprised just how easy this is to do on your own)5 deciding questions to ask yourself before you form an LLC (and the very first thing you should do immediately after you’ve formed your LLC)Why it might be better to have your business taxed as a corporation, and two different types of corporations to consider based on your situationHow to choose the right structure for your business — it all depends on these 9 factorsThe one condition that allows you to skip paying taxes as an LLC (most other business entities don’t offer this special tax benefit)And much more!Specifically written for beginners, this book clears out a simple and easy-to-follow roadmap for starting and managing your LLC completely from scratch. By the end, you’ll know how to choose the right type of LLC… what kinds of paperwork you need to file… and which first steps to take after forming your LLC.So even if you’ve never started a business before, you can launch your LLC smoothly the first time around.If you’re ready to map out your path to becoming an LLC owner, then scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now. Read more

The FBI Whistleblower Handbook is a practical guide to fighting retaliation and discrimination with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The book explores the FBI's culture which promotes and condones retaliation against employees. The FBI has been targeting its whistleblowers and minorities for decades. The book is more than a legal analysis of the judicial process for FBI employees. In the first days after publishing, The FBI Whistleblower Handbook became a mandatory read for FBI agents. Attorney Kurt Siuzdak, a retired FBI supervisor, took on the FBI in a landmark case of discrimination in 2014 and won. He assisted dozens of FBI Special Agents who found themselves targeted as whistleblowers because they notified their superiors of misconduct with the bureau, becoming the go-to expert on the FBI whistleblower process. He has been called the most formidable attorney to ever work for the FBI.The FBI Whistleblower Handbook paints a dark portrait of an agency that targets employees who uncover mismanagement and corruption within the primary federal law enforcement agency of the United States--an agency with a reputation for brutalizing its employees. Arm yourself with the knowledge needed to win. Read more

Quick answers to questions about 21 Key Employment LawsThis book explains, in plain English, the 21 most important federal employment laws that come up in the workplace. You can look up what each law allows and prohibits, which businesses must comply, and how to fulfill record-keeping, posting, and reporting requirements. Each chapter covers one law, including:Americans with Disabilities ActAge Discrimination in Employment ActFair Labor Standards ActFamily and Medical Leave ActImmigration Reform and Control ActFair Credit Reporting ActPregnancy Discrimination ActEqual Pay ActTitle VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964Older Workers Benefit Protection ActUniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, andPregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)This 8th edition covers numerous legal changes, such as a new salary threshold for exempt employees, new PWFA law requiring U.S. employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with limitations due to pregnancy or childbirth, higher fines and penalties for employers that fail to comply with IRCA, new federal laws protecting employees with sexual harassment or sexual assault claims, and more. Read more

The S corporation ESOP model is just a few decades old, and like any youth it can create both pride and concern in its parent, which in this case is the company ESOP sponsor. There are clearly many benefits, financial and otherwise, associated with the S corporation ESOP model. However, since there is rarely a free lunch in the tax law, there are also various traps for the unwary in administering an S corporation ESOP. This book, now in a second edition updated in 2024, describes some of these potential minefields and provides possible solutions to keep your ESOP and your company out of harm's way. Read more

For many years, we at the NCEO would hear stories about ESOPs that made us wince. People experienced problems, sometimes serious ones, that good and timely advice would have prevented. As these stories mounted, it seemed we could save people a lot of headaches if we could write about some of the common (and a few not-so-common) mistakes ESOP companies make and how to avoid them.Rather than just another long checklist, however, we have written this as a series of stories. The company name is usually disguised, but the scenarios and solutions are real. We engaged leading ESOP experts from all fields to help us with this task and added quite a few stories of our own. There is a good chance you will recognize your own company in at least a few of these dilemmas. If not, the book will give you greater confidence that you really aren’t missing something. Either way, you’ll sleep better at night. The third edition (2023) makes major changes, updating some of the entries, dropping others where the mistakes are fortunately now much less common, and adding many new entries. Some of the entries from earlier editions were written by individuals who have since retired. We have retained these if they did not need updating. Read more

“Meticulously researched and rewarding to read…Thomas is a gifted storyteller.” —The New York Times Book ReviewBest known as a monumental achievement of the civil rights movement, the 1964 Civil Rights Act also revolutionized the lives of America’s working women. Title VII of the law made it illegal to discriminate “because of sex.” But that simple phrase didn’t mean much until ordinary women began using the law to get justice on the job—and some took their fights all the way to the Supreme Court. Among them were Ida Phillips, denied an assembly line job because she had a preschool-age child; Kim Rawlinson, who fought to become a prison guard—a “man’s job”; Mechelle Vinson, who brought a lawsuit for sexual abuse before “sexual harassment” even had a name; Ann Hopkins, denied partnership at a Big Eight accounting firm because the men in charge thought she needed "a course at charm school”; and most recently, Peggy Young, UPS truck driver, forced to take an unpaid leave while pregnant because she asked for a temporary reprieve from heavy lifting. These unsung heroines’ victories, and those of the other women profiled in Gillian Thomas' Because of Sex, dismantled a “Mad Men” world where women could only hope to play supporting roles; where sexual harassment was “just the way things are”; and where pregnancy meant getting a pink slip.Through first-person accounts and vivid narrative, Because of Sex tells the story of how one law, our highest court, and a few tenacious women changed the American workplace forever. Read more

Don't wait for a lawsuit to learn employment law basics. In this essential guide, employment lawyer Pam Howland and her team of contributors share decades of courtroom experience to help business leaders prevent legal trouble.Drawing from real cases and costly mistakes, Howland provides a practical roadmap for navigating the most common employment law pitfalls. From handling discrimination claims and ADA accommodations to wage disputes and protecting company information, this book delivers critical knowledge every leader needs in clear, actionable terms.Featuring expert contributions from Jennifer M. Walrath on workplace discrimination and harassment, Benjamin T. Cramer on wage and hour compliance, and Doug Plass on safeguarding business information, Law for Leaders equips you with:Essential guidance on documenting performance issues properlyClear explanations of reasonable accommodations under the ADAStrategic approaches to handling harassment complaintsCritical insights on wage and hour compliancePractical tools for protecting confidential informationReal-world examples of costly mistakes to avoidWritten for busy leaders who need straightforward answers, this guide cuts through legal complexity to deliver fundamental knowledge that can help protect your business. Don't risk a preventable lawsuit - arm yourself with the practical wisdom that only comes from decades of courtroom experience. Read more

Quick answers to questions about 20 Key Employment Laws This book explains, in plain English, the 20 most important federal employment laws that come up in the workplace. You can look up what each law allows and prohibits, which businesses must comply, and how to fulfill record-keeping, posting, and reporting requirements. Each chapter covers one law, including: Americans with Disabilities Act Age Discrimination in Employment Act Fair Labor Standards Act Family and Medical Leave Act Immigration Reform and Control Act Fair Credit Reporting Act Pregnancy Discrimination Act Equal Pay Act Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Older Workers Benefit Protection Act, and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. The 7th edition includes COVID-19 guidance for employers as well as the latest Supreme Court cases, government regulations, and state laws. Read more

If the phrase “in other words” is your favorite part of class, then this is the book for you. This book takes the complicated subject of Employment Discrimination and breaks it down to easily understood pieces. The Big Three statutes! The theories of liability! Defenses! Remedies! Procedures! It’s all here with a summary at the end of each section and a comparison of the different theories of liability. You’ll be a happier student by the end of the book. Read more

Delve into the essential strategies and insights that empower Union Stewards in navigating the intricate landscape of Labor Negotiations.Packed with practical tips for real-world scenarios, this pocket guide equips Stewards with the necessary tools to advocate effectively, fostering collaboration and securing favorable outcomes for their Union members.An indispensable resource for those committed to promoting fairness and achieving mutually beneficial agreements in the dynamic realm of Labor Relations. Read more