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Terminating Employees
No manager enjoys firing an employee, especially during tough economic times or when workers are in high demand. However terminations are a fact of life for business owners. Just as hiring and managing employees involves several legal steps, so does firing or laying off employees.
The resources in this section will help you comply with laws and regulations when you terminate an employee or otherwise downsize your company or layoff workers.
