It’s no fun terminating employees – even when they’ve got it coming. Of course, your definition of “got it coming” and your soon-to-be-gone employee’s definition are probably very different. This difference of opinion is at the heart of countless wrongful termination lawsuits.
Smart, legal terminations require not only well-crafted documentation, but a large dose of people skills as well. And even when you think you’ve got everything covered, it’s important to remember that behaving fairly and behaving legally are not always the same thing.
In order to fully protect yourself and your company, you need a good terminations strategy – a plan of attack, if you will – in place before you even hire that employee.
Order this in-depth, fully interactive webinar recording that will cover the 7 can’t-miss terminations rules for staying in compliance and out of court. Our two experts – both experienced employment law attorneys – will answer your questions live via e-mail or over the phone. You’ll want to bring your supervisors along, too.
You and your supervisors will learn:
- Why a good terminations policy starts with your hiring documents
- The pitfalls that can arise from a probationary period, and how to avoid them
- What needs to go in your employee handbook – and what needs to stay out
- Why you should re-think your progressive discipline and severance policies
- How to end performance evaluation inflation once and for all
- The critical logistics – who, when, where – of a successful termination meeting
- How to avoid whistleblowing claims that can cost your company millions
Plus, you’ll receive a 16-point checklist for identifying high-risk terminations, along with steps for handling them in a way that will minimize your legal exposure.
This webinar was recorded on Wednesday, April 16, 2008
About Your Speakers:
Barry D. Kellman, Esq., is with the firm of Kellman Hoffer, LLP, in Manhattan Beach, California. Before becoming a business and employment lawyer, Kellman enjoyed a distinguished career as a chief executive officer in the retail, publishing, and hospitality industries. On a daily basis, he puts that “real world” experience to use on behalf of his clients. His practical advice on recruiting, hiring, compensation, discipline, and termination frequently resolves conflicts before they ripen into litigation.
Kellman is a skilled negotiator with a reputation for getting deals done. He also provides training in all aspects of employment law for business owners, managers, and HR professionals.
Kellman is a member of the State Bar of California and the Los Angeles County Bar Association. He is a summa cum laude graduate of UCLA. He received his J.D. from the UCLA School of Law, where he was also named Distinguished Advocate in the Roscoe Pound Moot Court Tournament.
Brett M. Ehman, Esq., is with the firm of Kellman Hoffer, LLP, in Manhattan Beach, California. Ehman is an accomplished litigator who is licensed to practice in California, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. In addition to his experience with employment law, he possesses a wide-ranging background in general business and insurance litigation. He has successfully resolved hundreds of lawsuits filed in state and federal court.
Ehman graduated with honors from Clemson University. After receiving his J.D., cum laude, from the University of Baltimore School of Law, Ehman clerked for the Honorable James T. Smith and the Honorable John G. Turnbull II.
Approved for Recertification Credit
This program has been approved for 1.5 recertification credit hours toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HRCI homepage at www.hrci.org.
