Labor and Employment Settlements and Negotiations: Leading Lawyers on Employment Contracts, Workplace Discrimination, and Dispute Resolution (Inside the Minds)

Labor and Employment Settlements and Negotiations is an authoritative, insider s perspective on key strategies for representing and advising both individuals and organizations involved in legal issues surrounding the workplace. Featuring partners from some of the nation s leading firms, these experts guide the reader through the gamut of legal issues that can arise in this vast area, such as: structuring employment contracts and termination terms; dealing with discrimination, harassment, and sensitive office relationships; and understanding the legal aspects of employee benefits. These top lawyers give solid advice for everything from non-compete contracts to workers unions, covering proper hiring procedures, privacy rights, and compensation issues. The laws profiled in this volume include the Sarbanes-Oxley Act as well as legislation affecting proper workplace conduct and employees rights. From common client mistakes to educating clients on strategies for preparedness, these authors explain methods for avoiding disputes, reaching settlements, and litigating cases which often carry severe implications to people s livelihood and well-being. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to navigating this ever-changing area of law.