11 Things You Should Never Say When Firing an Employee
Let’s be frank: Firing people sucks. I hated firing people. Even if an employee totally deserved it. Even if I...
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Q: What Is At-Will Employment?
At-will employment means an employer can terminate an employee at any time without reason or warning. On the flip side,...
Q: What’s the difference between laying off or firing someone?
If you need to terminate an employee, there are two main ways to do it: Fire them; or Lay them off....
Q: Am I Required to Offer a Severance Package?
It depends on your state and the contract you have with your employee. While most states do not require you...
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Q: What’s the WARN Act?
If you’re an employer who is planning a layoff, the WARN Act may require you to give a written 60-day notice to employees and other parties. Here’s what you need to know.
Q: What Is COBRA Insurance?
COBRA (or the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) is a federal law that allows employees to temporarily keep their employer-sponsored...
Q: What PTO Gets Paid Out at Termination?
What PTO gets paid out at termination? In short, it depends on your state. Many states have laws that require...
Q: What’s the difference between laying off or firing someone?
If you need to terminate an employee, there are two main ways to do it: Fire them; or Lay them off....
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