Employment Law

The Essentials

David Balaban Lewis, Malcolm Sargeant, Ben Schwab

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Kogan Page Ltd
03 January 2023

Personnel & human resources management; Employment & labour law

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 to 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.

By: David Balaban Lewis, Malcolm Sargeant, Ben Schwab
Imprint: Kogan Page Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 16th Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 240mm, Width: 188mm, Spine: 30mm
Weight: 1.070kg
ISBN: 9781398604728
ISBN 10: 1398604720
Pages: 552
Publication Date: 03 January 2023
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

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.

Reviews for Employment Law: The Essentials

""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 *