Most people are not aware of how much the law affects their lives, and how much it can protect them if they know their rights. And most people fail to ask basic questions when negotiating a job, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation. Steven Sack is an "employee's lawyer," and The Employee Rights Handbook is dedicated to conveying this valuable legal information in ways that everyone can understand.This important sourcebook covers all the steps in the employment process, from when you read the job advertisement in the newspaper until after you have left the company. Chapters include:How to be hired properlyHow to enforce your on-the-job rightsHow to protect yourself from on-the-job harassmentWhat to do if you feel discriminated against because of race, age, religion, or handicapLegal problems of sales representativesHow to hire a lawyer if your think you need oneSample employment contracts, releases, personnel manuals, and other documents are included to illustrate pitfalls and how to avoid them. Special charts analyze legal issues on a state-by-state basis, and all the most recent court decisions are covered. Also included is a helpful glossary of relevant legal terms.