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Up-to-date and consistent employment policies go a long way toward avoiding costly litigation. Employers must remain vigilant to stay informed of state and federal labor laws, ongoing legislative action, and court decisions, all of which affect an employer's legal obligations.

Keeping abreast and communicating these major employment policies goes a long way toward protecting your company. The following are some tips for keeping out of legal hot water – and staying there.


  • Keep company employment policies and handbooks updated.

  • Cover the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in your employment policies.

  • Provide your employees--and management--with regular sexual harassment training.

  • Carefully document employee performance and conduct problems.

  • Include the Family and Medical Leave Act and your company’s leave policies in your employment policy handbook.

  • Implement an employee Internet usage policy.

  • If terminating an employee, assess your COBRA and ERISA obligations.


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