Employment Law

Employment Law is a practical guide to understanding and applying the law effectively at work. Tailored to the needs of practitioners it offers a complete overview of the fundamentals of employment law, examining its importance for an organization, its employees and the HR function. Using a combination of practical tools, assessments, scenarios and case studies from best practice it will build your legal knowledge of key areas including immigration, employing temporary staff, changing contracts, discrimination, equal pay, family rights, redundancy and much more. By aligning compliance to legal requirements with the strategic objectives of your organization it will equip you with the crucial skills and knowledge you need. "This is an ideal book for all CIPD students and is currently unique in its emphasis on level 5 study in particular. It is a text that focuses on the practical implications of law and supports HR students in their professional development" Carol Braniff, Chartered FCIPD, MCMI, CMC, MIC, AIfL, CIPD Programme Manager, BPP "In this demanding environment, many small businesses feel vulnerable to costly litigation. This book provides a useful means by which managers can find their way through the employment law maze" Chris Buxton, CEO at British Fluid Power Association "This book will prove an invaluable tool in the field of study of both HR and employment law. Its primary focus is to support HR professionals by providing practical guidance on the application of employment law" Wendy Smith, LLM, Chartered FCIPD, CMgr FCMI, HR Case Manager, Anglian Water Services