In this illuminating and comprehensive book, nationally recognized employment lawyer Kimberlie K. Ryan shares her vast knowledge of employment law with Colorado business owners and human resource professionals. To help you make the most of your legal protections and avoid common legal mistakes, Ms. Ryan offers practical guidance for everyday workplace issues, along with checklists and sample forms. She provides answers to tough legal questions often faced by Colorado employers, including: 

· When interviewing a job applicant, what can I ask and what can’t I ask?

· Does our Employee Handbook create an unintended employment contract?

· Will the IRS think our independent contractors are really employees?

· What is illegal harassment, how do I prevent it, and how do I deal with complaints?

· How do I fire an employee without getting sued?

· What notices do I need to post on the job site?

· How long do I need to keep records regarding employees and job applicants?

· When do we need a lawyer?

Employment Law Guidebook provides clear explanations of the many different federal and state laws and regulations governing the employer-employee relationship, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), the Colorado wage laws, the Colorado Labor Peace Act, Equal Employment Opportunity laws, immigration laws, and many more.