The New 2026 edition of the Employee Handbook and Personnel Policies Manual, authored by Attorney Richard J. Simmons of Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP, is one of the nation’s most comprehensive resources for developing and maintaining legally compliant employee handbooks. Written for employers throughout the United States—with an unparalleled emphasis on California and federal employment law—the Manual provides practical guidance for drafting effective policies while avoiding common legal pitfalls.
More than a collection of sample policies, the 18th edition of the Employee Handbook Manual explains why policies matter, how recent legislation and court decisions have changed employer obligations, and how carefully drafted handbook provisions can help employers promote consistency, reduce legal risk, and strengthen defenses to discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and wrongful termination claims.
Whether updating an existing handbook or developing a new one, employers will find this indispensable desk reference to be an essential resource for drafting legally compliant personnel policies and administering consistent workplace practices.
New and Updated for 2026
The 2026 edition has been extensively revised to address significant federal and California employment law developments, including:
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