Overview

Employment Law is the core textbook for the CIPD Level 7 module of the same name. Easy to read, jargon-free and full of case studies and useful examples this fully updated 16th edition provides a thorough grounding in UK employment law and how it applies in practice. This definitive guide covers everything students need know to excel at their studies and begin a successful career as an HR professional. It covers the formation of the Contract of Employment, recruitment and selection, parental rights, discrimination and health and safety in the workplace. There is also essential coverage of unfair dismissal and redundancy. This new edition is completely up to date with the latest cases and legislation including updates to discrimination law and working time. There is also guidance on the legal implications of Brexit such as freedom of movement, workers' rights and the change to procedural arrangements for the final court of appeal in UK cases. Reflective activities, case studies and explore further boxes encourage critical thinking, broader engagement with the topic and a clear understanding of how employment law applies in practice, Online resources include a lecturer guide, powerpoint slides and extra case studies to support learning and enable students to apply the theory in practice.

Full Product Details

Author:   David Balaban Lewis ,  Malcolm Sargeant ,  Ben Schwab
Publisher:   Kogan Page Ltd
Imprint:   Kogan Page Ltd
Edition:   16th Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 18.80cm , Height: 3.00cm , Length: 24.00cm
Weight:   1.070kg
ISBN:  

9781398604728

ISBN 10:   1398604720
Pages:   552
Publication Date:   03 January 2023
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Chapter - 01: The sources and institutions of employment law; Chapter - 02: Formation of the contract of employment (1) - The sources of terms; Chapter - 03: Formation of the contract of employment (2) - Implied terms of law; Chapter - 04: Recruitment and selection; Chapter - 05: Pay issues; Chapter - 06: Discrimination against employees (1); Chapter - 07: Discrimination (2) - Lawful discrimination, vicarious liability, burden of proof, enforcement and equality of terms; Chapter - 08: Parental rights; Chapter - 09: Health and safety at work; Chapter - 10: The regulation of working time; Chapter - 11: Variation, breach and termination of the contract of employment at common law; Chapter - 12: Unfair dismissal (1) - Exclusions and the meaning of dismissal; Chapter - 13: Unfair dismissal (2) - Potentially fair reasons and the concept of reasonableness; Chapter - 14: Redundancy; Chapter - 15: Unfair dismissal and redundancy claims; Chapter - 16: Continuity of employment and transfers of undertakings; Chapter - 17: Information and consultation; Chapter - 18: Trade unions and collective bargaining; Chapter - 19: Glossary

Reviews

""Aimed at CIPD and other HRM students this textbook authoritatively covers employment law and is soundly structured, well-written, and up to date. It includes chapter overviews, activities prompting reflection, key learning points, a glossary, and online resources for students and staff."" * Michael Jefferson, Senior Lecturer, Law, University of Sheffield, School of Law * ""Now in its 16th edition, 'Employment Law, The Essentials' remains the leading textbook for the CIPD advanced Employment Law module. This book covers all key areas of employment law and includes up-to-date case law and legislative amendments. It is well-structured and accessible, including clear learning outcomes, reflective activities, case studies, and suggestions for further reading and useful websites in each chapter. I highly recommend this extremely valuable resource for all HR professionals, business leaders, and those who are studying employment law on HRM or business degrees."" * Dr Lauren Kierans BL, Lecturer, Law, Maynooth University, Department of Law *

Aimed at CIPD and other HRM students this textbook authoritatively covers employment law and is soundly structured, well-written, and up to date. It includes chapter overviews, activities prompting reflection, key learning points, a glossary, and online resources for students and staff. -- Michael Jefferson * Senior Lecturer, Law, University of Sheffield, School of Law * Now in its 16th edition, 'Employment Law, The Essentials' remains the leading textbook for the CIPD advanced Employment Law module. This book covers all key areas of employment law and includes up-to-date case law and legislative amendments. It is well-structured and accessible, including clear learning outcomes, reflective activities, case studies, and suggestions for further reading and useful websites in each chapter. I highly recommend this extremely valuable resource for all HR professionals, business leaders, and those who are studying employment law on HRM or business degrees. -- Dr Lauren Kierans BL * Lecturer, Law, Maynooth University, Department of Law *

Author Information

David Lewis is Professor of Employment Law in the Law School at Middlesex University, UK. Malcolm Sargeant was Professor of Labour Law in the Business School at Middlesex University, UK. Ben Schwab is a Lecturer in Employment Law at Kingston University London, UK.

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