2003 State by State Guide to Human Resources Law

Completely updated for 2003, this invaluable guide has been revised to cover every vital aspect of employment law...and to reflect the changes enacted by state legislatures over the past year. Find out your state's position on frequently contested employment practices literally in minutes. Through the use of dozens of charts and tables -- as well as convenient referencing features -- State by State Guide to Human Resources gives you immediate access to vital information on state employment laws for all 50 states. You'll find special attention given to: New state laws requiring accommodation of breastfeeding in the workplace Recent state and local legislation and judicial decisions on domestic partner benefits Judicial decisions on similarities and differences between state and federal discrimination laws Latest developments in the ergonomics controversy Prohibitions against disability-related post employment inquiries and medical exams State new-hire reporting requirements Employment at will Wage and hour laws (including penalty provisions) Fair employment laws Group health insurance Continuation of benefits Drug, AIDS, and polygraph testing Parental leave Workers' compensation Unemployment benefits Smoking ordinances Older Workers Benefit Protection Act ADA FMLA Plus, The guide provides complete citations To The original source for every law and regulation discussed, So you'll know precisely where to go for further research.Buckley, John F., IV is the author of '2003 State by State Guide to Human Resources Law' with ISBN 9780735536968 and ISBN 0735536961.