Employers must take a variety of considerations into account when selecting certain employees for recall during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
The sections formerly titled Process of Termination and Voluntary Terminations have been renamed to Separation From Employment and cover a host of key topics, including severance packages, the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act, constructive discharge and more.
In preparation for a layoff, it is just as important to have a plan in place for communicating with those employees who will remain as it is for those who will be directly affected by job losses. Implementing a plan focused on helping remaining employees navigate the emotions and practical workplace implications of a layoff can help an employer position itself and its employees for long-term success.
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Editor's Choice: Guidance for HR on understanding and complying with federal and state law regarding legal and fair employee terminations.