Which of the following statements is TRUE about employee handbooks?
A) Employee handbooks are disappearing because of the high number of "implied contract" lawsuits which have been based on handbooks.
B) The proper use of disclaimers in employee handbooks can preserve the employer's right to discharge employees with or without cause.
C) If employee handbooks are used, the employer should view them as an enforceable contract with the employees.
D) Language in the employee handbook should be vague enough to allow flexibility in interpretation when organizational procedures and rules are implemented.

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The proper use of disclaimers in employee handbooks can help to preserve the employer's right to discharge employees with or without cause. This helps to avoid implying a contract with employees, which could result in legal action. The other options are incorrect. Employee handbooks are still commonly used, employers should not view them as an enforceable contract, and language in the handbook should be clear and specific.

Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE About Employee Handbooks