Essentials of Employment Law (UK PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS Management / Business)

by David Lewisand Malcolm Sargeant (Author)

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  Paperback
  2007

  $3.78

  Now in its ninth edition, Essentials of Employment Law is firmly established as the most authoritative textbook on employment law for all students of human resource management. The text covers the CIPD employment law specialist elective and is invaluable to students studying Employment Law as part of a HR or business degree programme. This new edition takes into account the most recent legislation, particularly in the area of discrimination. It covers the key areas of employment law from the formation of contracts of employment to the preservation of human rights. It provides comprehensive coverage of the main statutory and common-law rules that govern all aspects of the employment relationship. The text is fully referenced with the latest legislation and case law. Each chapter has a clear overview and a concise summary, providing ideal points for revision and reference.

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  Paperback
  2002

  $3.28

  This new edition has been substantially updated and includes a chapter on part-time, fixed-term and temporary workers. The book covers such subjects as: the sources and institutions of employment law; pay issues, including the national minimum wage; the Working Time regulations; parental and maternity rights; dismissal and redundancy; health and safety; data protection; trade-union recognition; sex, race, disability and age discrimination. The book is targeted at students of human resources and all personnel and line managers. It is of particular interest to all CIPD Employment Law students.