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How and When to Terminate Employees

In a society where frivolous lawsuits are common, many supervisors are wary of terminating employees out of fear of being sued. On the other side of the spectrum, some managers terminate workers without being sensitive to employment laws, opening the company up to expensive and embarrassing litigation. To protect yourself and your company, you need to know when and how to terminate employees while still complying with the law.

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Podcasts:

TMTermination Process
Alisha Chappell, HR Services Manager, PHR, CPC, CTS
This podcast discusses at-will employment, the importance of knowing state laws, implied employment contracts and gathering information. Specific steps for completing the termination are also shared.

Progressive Discipline
Alisha Chappell, HR Services Manager, PHR, CPC, CTS
Learn about progressive discipline policies and how to implement them in your company. The podcast also shares ways to ensure that your discipline policy does not create an employment contract.