Caladonia was interviewing with the HR Manager of an organization she really wanted to work for. The HR Manager told her that “the employer was really good about not laying off workers.” They always found another way to deal with slow periods. Can Caladonia rely on that statement as an oral contract?

Employee and labor relations are complex issues. They often require HR personnel to understand complex legal requirements. They depend on talented and skilled management personnel to guide employees and the organization through all requirements of day-to-day concerns. In today’s employment world, HR professionals must have a great depth of legal knowledge because they will need to use that knowledge every day.