This no-nonsense, straightforward professional reference should be on the desk of every HR professional needing to place legal principles and development in context of the practical problems faced every day. The Complete Guide to Human Resources and the Law is not only updated for changes in both law and business, but also provides the reader with more practical tips and checklists than ever before. In addition, a careful reorganization now provides shorter, more easily managed chapters -- making the book easier to use than ever before. The thorough updating reflects all recent major developments, as well as a nation at war, a recession and a rugged stock market.