Employee problems can sneak up on you. Whether its an key employee who suddenly quits, allegations of harassment or discrimination, overtime pay, or the myriad other employment law issues that can pop up unexpectedly, its best to be prepared before they strike.

Make sure your handbook and policies are up to date. Train your employees in areas that are frequent causes of lawsuits. Make sure your tracking employee time properly. Audit your internal systems to ensure that policies and procedures are being followed.

A little preparation and planning can go a long way.