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Explain how a Well Written Handbook can protect against lawsuits. Why is it an advantage to have one in a company?

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Employee handbook is a booklet which is provided by the employer to their employees. It consists of information about the organization, its vision & mission, values, practices, procedures and important policies which any employee should be aware of. It is a valuable resources for an employee and for a employer. Sometimes, it also covers subject matter such as, compensation benefits related policies, information about paid or sick leaves or any other additional employee related policies. Thus, well defined employee handbook covers clear procedures and policies which can prevent costly lawsuits by employees. The employee handbook should be written in such a language which can prevent employer by “spelling out the at-will employment” relationship, essential details about employee rights are very important for employee lawsuits (for example, complaint procedure and disciplinary procedures). Advantages of employee handbook to have well defined employee related policies in place. It shows employer’s standard and good employee relation.