Introduction -- What's your problem? -- Employment law basics -- Performance evaluations -- Progressive discipline -- Complaints and investigations -- Dispute resolution programs -- Making the decision to fire -- Planning for the aftermath -- Severance and releases -- How to fire -- Looking forward -- Researching the law and hiring a lawyer -- Appendixes. A. Using the interactive forms -- B. State and federal laws -- Index.
Summary
"Every workplace has occasional problems with employees. This book is packed with the legal and practical information you need to handle those problems without getting into legal trouble. It provides proven techniques -- and immediate solutions. ...The 8th edition is completely updated to reflect the latest employment laws in every state. It provides sample policies, forms, and checklists to help you at every step." -- Back cover.