Employee handbooks have unfortunately, but fairly, gained a reputation for legalese and including unnecessary details, which makes it harder to understand and causes confusion. (Image: Shutterstock)

In a recent survey of the HR industry, nearly one-third of the respondents said maintaining an up-to-date employee handbook is an ongoing challenge. This comes as no surprise. Staying on top of the constantly evolving litany of national, state and local legislation can be a huge lift for even the largest corporate HR teams. All of this is compounded by the high stakes involved, since a poorly written and maintained handbook can lead to litigation and have serious repercussions on your organization's reputation.

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