Maryland Employment Law

Our Maryland Employer's Guide is an authoritative and accessible book that provides the "lay of the land" about employment law. The Guide integrates federal and Maryland laws that affect the employer-employee relationship, making it a valuable resource for business owners, managers, and human resource professionals. The Maryland Employer's Guide is written and updated annually by an employment law attorney. We have eliminated legal jargon, offering clear and concise explanations of today's complex labor laws, regulations, and court decisions. Relevant state and federal agencies are listed at the end of each chapter, along with citations For The information discussed. Written from an employer's point of view, this 15th Edition Maryland Employer's Guide includes discussion of these and other current topics: Discussion of Maryland's Social Security Number Privacy Act New section on payroll taxes, including Maryland law New section on managing and securing personnel records Discussion of the revised definition of "supervisor" under federal labor relations law Updated sections reflecting 2006 pension reform legislation Discussion of the new standards for retaliation claims under federal discrimination law

The Maryland Employer's Guide, now in its 12th year, is an authoritative and comprehensive manual that provides the 'lay of the land' of employment law for business owners, managers, and human resource professionals. Written from an employer's point of view, the Guide dicusses the federal and Maryland laws that affect the employer-employee relationship. Using plain English, the Guide explains the legal aspects of the events and situations employers commonly face.Chapter headings are:HiringTerminationHealth and Safety Civil RightsHours and PayUnions, Government Contractors, and Miscellaneous RegulationsThe Guide comes in a convenient three-ring binder; each chapter is tabbed and includes numbered section headings in bold print for ease of use. Relevant state and federal agencies are listed at the end of each chapter, as well as citations for the information discussed. Updated annually.

Written by employee relations specialists, this handy deskbook will make employment law accessible to the human resources professional. Also available on Authority Employment Law Library CD-ROM.

The Maryland Employer's Guide is an authoritative and accessible book that provides the "lay of the land" about employment law. the Guide integrates federal and Maryland laws that affect the employer-employee relationship, plus it includes valuable information about managing employees, developing employment policies, and avoiding liability for employment law violations. The Maryland Employer's Guide is written and updated annually by an employment law attorney. We have eliminated legal jargon, offering clear and concise explanations of today's complex labor laws, regulations, and court decisions. Relevant state and federal agencies are listed at the end of each of the ten chapters, along with citations for the information discussed. A valuable resource for business owners, managers, and human resource professionals, this 16th Edition of the Maryland Employer's Guide includes discussion of these and other current topics: ;New section on Maryland's statewide "living wage" law ;Information on increases in the federal and state minimum wage rates ;New section discussing the Maryland Flexible Leave Act ;Discussion of new procedures and remedies under the Maryland Fair Employment Practices Act ;Discussion of the Maryland Personal Information Protection Act and the Maryland Clean Indoor Air Act ;Information on new I-9 employment verification form ;Discussion of new E-Verify system and increased penalties for employers that violate federal immigration laws ;Discussion of recent U.S. Supreme court decisions on age discrimination claims, lawsuits by 401(k) plan participants, arbitration agreements, and more ;Discussion of new FMLA leave for military families, along with proposed FMLA regulatory changes

The recent spike in the number of violations of the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act has resulted in dozens of multimillion-dollar lawsuits from both large and small businesses. Federal employment laws were not written to assist small business owners in running their businesses, making it difficult to understand the somewhat complex legalese. Luckily, there is an easy way to avoid being one of the numerous companies involved in class-action labor lawsuits. The Aâe"Z Guide to Federal Employment Laws for the Small Business Owner details the labor laws you must follow as a small business owner to stay in good standing. In a clear, easy-to-understand format, you will learn every detail to stay ahead of the governmentâe(tm)s requirements and run a successful business. You will learn the intricate details of the federal acts and how they apply to you and your business. You will learn everything in regards to age and disability discrimination, equal pay requirements, affirmative action, civil rights enactments, and worker retraining as it relates to your business. You will learn which laws your company specifically must follow and how state laws might further designate what you need to know when hiring a new worker. There is a run down of each kind of business and how certain worker-safety laws, such as OSHA, EPPA, and COBRA, apply to your business. You will be shown exactly how each of these laws is enforced and what you can expect if you fail to do so âe" including the requisite fines, possible sanctions, or even loss of licensing in certain cases. The tools you need to comply with these laws are provided in entirety, along with the federal and state agencies you will be working with. If you are considering starting or expanding your business, The Aâe"Z Guide to Federal Employment Laws for the Small Business Owner will provide every detail you need to effectively manage and maintain your growing workforce. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company presidentâe(tm)s garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.