Learn about illegal reasons to fire someone, when employers cannot fire without cause, common wrongful termination claims, and legal grounds for termination.

Taking certain steps before an employee layoff or termination can protect a business from legal exposure. Over the past few ...

Should the evaluation require discussion of a substandard performance, do not allow your personal feelings to taint the evaluation, thus creating a bias or possible grounds for a discrimination ...

QUESTION: I've reached the difficult decision that I need to terminate one of my employees. What is the best way to handle this? To submit a question, email it to [email protected]; please ...

QUESTION: I need to terminate one of my employees, and I am dreading it. I have been putting it off for more than a month. Can you give me some guidance on what to say and how to handle what I know is ...

Wrongful termination includes being fired for discriminatory reasons, violations of the FMLA or as retaliation for legal complaints. Key federal laws such as the Civil Rights Act, ADA, ADEA and PDA ...

In our recent webcast, “Terminating the Problem Employee," the Labor & Employment team shared key considerations for employers looking to terminate a “problem employee” while avoiding controversy and ...

Kenyan courts uphold settlement agreements signed freely and knowingly, giving employers a safe path to resolve disputes.

When employees comment on social media about controversial figures or issues, California employers face a delicate balance. Although online posts may be polarizing, disciplining employees for their ...