Employee Handbook & Policies Service
Whether you have 5 or 50,000 employees, an Employee Handbook is a critical part of any company. Even more important is having a handbook that not only introduces employees to the company, but one that is compliant with local, state and federal labor and employment laws.
Why have an Employee Handbook?
- Introduces employees to the company’s culture, mission, values and practices.
- Communicates company expectations and employee responsibilities.
- Helps eliminate confusion and inconsistencies about what employees can expect from management and leadership.
- Communicates policies related to employment, pay practices, behavior and conduct.
- Provides employees with an understanding of how to navigate problems and where to turn for help.
- Provides employees with information about company benefits.
- Increases compliance with labor and employment laws.
- Helps establish defenses against employee claims and lawsuits.
Policies
California is laden with complex labor and employment laws that should have clearly defined policies and procedures in writing. Furthermore, there are policies that are legally required to be drafted and provided to employees.
Examples of policies that every employer should or must have have drafted and provided to (or available) employees:
Examples of policies that every employer should or must have have drafted and provided to (or available) employees:
- Protected Leaves of Absence (e.g., FMLA, CFRA, Pregnancy/PDL, Jury Duty)
- Anti-Sexual Harassment, Discrimination & Retaliation
- At-Will Employment
- Victims of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence and Stalking
- Paid Sick Leave
- Confidentiality
- Background Checks (including handling of results)
- Drug Testing (including handling of results)
Let our highly experienced team of legal, HR and compliance experts assist you with:
- Drafting a customized and compliant handbook.
- Drafting customized and compliant policies.
- Reviewing and revising your existing handbook to ensure it is compliant and reflects your company practices, policies and expectations.