An employee handbook is an extremely useful tool for communicating to employees your company’s history, goals, work rules, policies, and benefits. It outlines your expectations and serves as a reference source for your employees. A properly designed & precisely worded handbook will assist in protecting you from claims of discrimination or unfair treatment, while preserving your right of “at will” employment.

The development of your employee handbook and the personnel polices referenced in it should be undertaken with great care. All applicable state, federal, and local laws must be taken into consideration, such as:

Key Federal Laws	State and Local Laws
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Age Discrimination in Employment Act Americans with Disabilities Act Pregnancy Discrimination Act	Personal Leave, Jury Duty, Voting Rights Child Labor Laws Drug Testing Laws Meal/Rest Period Requirements Wage payment and deduction statues

At HMS, an experienced Senior Professional in Human Resources will tailor an employee handbook that will meet your specific needs and will comply with all applicable employment laws and legal best practices. Prior to publishing, HMS will coordinate with a licensed labor attorney for final review.

Please contact us for more information on how HMS can help your business succeed!