The Performance Appraisal Handbook: Legal & Practical Rules for Managers

The Performance Appraisal Handbook is a must-read for every manager, whether they’re writing a performance review for the first time or the hundredth. It's packed with the information and tools you need to make their company’s appraisal process work better for everyone. Readers will know: • How to write and conduct effective appraisals • How to prevent potential lawsuits stemming from an appraisal • Essential employment law basics. The 2nd edition is completely updated with latest laws and provides sample forms and policies. Also, there is now going to be a CD-ROM which will include the forms, checklists and quizzes from the book.

Amy DelPo is an attorney and author specializing in employment and family law issues. She brings years of criminal and civil law experience to her work, having litigated cases in all levels of state and federal courts, including the California Supreme Court and the United States Supreme Court. Her other books include Dealing with Problem Employees, and Create Your Own Employee Handbook. Ms. DelPo received her law degree with honors from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and currently lives in Berkeley, CA.