 Welcome back to Sailor.org's Introduction to Human Resources Management. You've really made progress. You're on Unit 7 already. This unit explores the importance of human resource compliance or how the HR department follows laws when it comes to hiring, firing, and other functions. Companies must be in compliance with various laws, including those related to equal opportunity employment, Americans with Disabilities Act, and different forms of harassment. The HR department helps to keep both the company and its employees out of court or from forking over massive financial penalties for infringements. In this unit, you'll learn about the 10 most important employment laws. However, as you may have figured out by now, to have a successful career in HR, you will need to know the specific federal and state laws that affect your company. This unit also provides informative articles on workplace diversity. We'll review seven ways in which workplace diversity policies and practices impact the organization and increase competitive advantage. Good luck with this unit.