Firing someone for the first time is one of the hardest things a small business owner does.  Here's how to prepare, what to say, and how to handle everything that follows.

Can a former employee sue you for a bad reference? The legal landscape around employment references is nuanced.  Here’s what employers need to know to protect themselves.

Laying off an employee is different from terminating for cause, and the legal requirements are different too.  Here’s what small business owners need to know before proceeding.

An employee walked out mid-shift without notice.  Is it job abandonment? Do you have to pay them? Can you terminate? Here’s how to handle it step by step.

An employee was arrested for a DUI off the clock.  Are you required to fire them? The answer depends on the role, your policy, and your state.  Here's what to consider.

An employee gave notice and you want them gone sooner.  You can, but there are implications for pay, unemployment, and how it looks.  Here's what to consider.

The answer is sometimes yes, sometimes no, and getting it wrong is expensive.  Here's what employers need to know before terminating someone over a social media post.

Termination meetings are one of the hardest things a manager does. Here’s a step-by-step guide to conducting one professionally, legally, and with dignity for everyone involved.