Employee Handbook Disclaimer and Introduction
(MA)

Summary

This template is a handbook disclaimer and introduction which can be utilized by an employer in Massachusetts to welcome new employees to its organization; provide them with general background about the employer's values, goals, and mission; and summarize the information found in the employee handbook or manual. This template includes practical guidance, drafting notes, and an optional clause. This template may be modified at any time and at the employer's discretion consistent with applicable law. For information on screening and hiring under Massachusetts law, see Screening and Hiring (MA). For a full listing of key content covering recruiting, screening, testing, hiring, and onboarding, see Screening and Hiring Resource Kit. For a checklist on employee handbook review in Massachusetts, see Employee Handbook Review Checklist (MA). For a full listing of key content covering employee handbook considerations, see Employee Handbook Resource Kit.