Did You Know . . . Your Employee Handbook May Make "Promises" You Can't Keep?

HR Perspective

A well-written employee handbook includes disclaimers such as the handbook is not a contract and the employer may terminate an at-will employee with or without notice or cause. When a handbook includes a progressive discipline policy and an employee is terminated without following the prescribed policy, the company may be risking a lawsuit. In Massachusetts, the courts will consider whether an employee could reasonably believe that management is bound by its policy.

Protect your company by being aware of the state and federal employment laws. For an Employee Handbook that can help you reduce risk, call Strategies For Growth at 617-332-2277.