This updated handbook seeks to provide comprehensive, clear, succinct legal guidance. Translating concepts into plain English, Cliff Roberson helps readers to negotiate safely through the bewildering maze of legal obligations that face their companies in today's complex business environment. This new edition features expanded and updated coverage throughout, including all new chapters on the law as it relates to taxes, employee-management relations, recordkeeping requirements, takeovers, employee theft, arbitration, franchising, and advertising. The book includes ready-to-use forms and planning checklists for each major topic.