Deciding to discharge employees is almost never easy but often necessary.   Many times, management concludes that ineffective performance or poor attitude (or both) can no longer be tolerated.  In other circumstances, employment cuts must be made regardless of merit.  Regardless of the circumstances, there is almost always some risk or concern about potential litigation. Minimizing or ...

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