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    This paper will discuss the discharge from employment of a suspected wrongdoer, focusing on the difference between private versus public sectors. First, employment “at-will” as it relates to private organizations will be defined. The research presented will lead to discussion of the public policy exception, which is the most commonly accepted limitation to the employment “at-will” standard (Fahleson, 1993). This paper will also examine public employers who are governed by a stricter standard in

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    position, and should contact the human resources office immediately to rectify the situation. The rationale that justifies this answer is the state and federal laws regarding the employment, termination, and sick leave. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) that was established in 1993 protect employees from wrongful termination; it establishes the right of employees to strike a balance between their work life and their personal life. The FMLA allows employees to get unpaid time off from work to take

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    soften the blow of an involuntary termination and to avoid future lawsuits by having the employee sign a release in exchange for the severance (SHRM, 2012). It is highly unlikely that a company would offer a severance package to someone who is terminated for poor performance such as the case for Jeanette. As such, In the event of Jeanette’s termination, I would not recommend a severance package or benefits for Jeanette extending past the date of her employment. Severance packages are based on several

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    in effort to reduce operating costs thereby increasing profits. While reduction in force proceedings have a grave effect on local economies, there are other situations where employee terminations are contemplated as means of discipline for noncompliant workers. What is truly unfortunate is that employee termination is often an early consideration for both economic hardships and employee disciplinary actions when other alternatives may be available. This commentary is often driven by the stockholder

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    terminate the employment of several individuals in a workplace reduction. There has been a list submitted for potential terminations. The Vice President is tasked with choosing three individuals to terminate and then absorb two others into existing job openings within the company with consideration of the company’s needs, the employees needs and proper application of employment laws. There must be a plan drawn up for each of the five affected employees regarding reasons for termination, severance

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    reporting an officer who was accused of sexual assault and rape of fellow dispatchers. After a month long trial, the jury verdict came back in her favor, awarding the wrongfully terminated police dispatcher over $315,000. Berdnik’s 2012 wrongful termination lawsuit claimed that she was let go in retaliation for reporting officer John Garcia’s alleged conduct. Her superiors responded to her report of Officer Garcia’s behavior by terminating her from her position. Three other current and former employees

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    discipline, and of how just cause dismissal could be implemented at the end of this process. Constructive dismissal is not recommended due to the risks associated with it. Barnetson indicates (in the study guide) that employers can lawfully terminate employment in three ways: just cause, non-culpable dismissal, and mutual consent, therefore, it would have been better to discuss non-culpable dismissal or mutual consent as your second option. See additional comments within (in red font). NOTE: comments

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    Severance Pay Summary

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    of wages to help her get through this rough time of relocation. Jeanette should be offered a placement plan that will help her attain new employment and the company should pay for this service. In the article, “Decent Termination: A Moral Case for Severance Pay” the author explains that “morality demands that employers respect the dignity of those whose employment

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    former employee Jennifer Lawson, a junior executive secretary for three years, assigned to work within the research and development department, for breach of confidentiality agreement. Jennifer Lawson is countersuing Greene’s Jewelry for wrongful termination, pregnancy and gender discrimination and breach of contract. Facts: Greene’s Jewelry primary asset is its patented process for creating a material called “Ever-Gold,” which is used in the making of jewelry. The company is based in Derry, New

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    Procedure Document for Ill health. 1 Purpose To ensure that any Termination/Dismissal due to Ill health made by Think Big University meets required legal requirements, and is handled in an appropriate and proficient manner. 2 Scope This Procedure Document applies to all prospective and current Employees of the University. 3 Procedure Overview The University requires that an employee who can not perform the duties of their employment due to Ill health undergo a medical examination by the universities

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