Even if you're glad to see a problem worker leave, you must take their comments seriously. If anything, these forms will provide your legal organization or the company's attorney with enough evidence against the worker should legal problems arise from the dismissal. Just as in a court of law, you must know what to say when separating a worker. Studies show that embezzlers are usually long-term personnel who do not begin with their crime until they have been with a business for several years. Considering the large number of suits that personnel file each year, it is important for you to document thoroughly all decisions. For example, you may be firing the individual's employment but plan to hire the person on as a consultant for your company. First, it helps alleviate any harsh feelings your laid off worker has toward the firm.

Go over the reference notification. Here's your purpose as a manager. * The worker will regard all items in the workplace as property of the company. It's also a good time to sell the separation document and release. I call this a negotiated lay off. Ignoring such a request is misbehavior. In total, there are roughly two dozen laws that protect workers from being fired. I hate to see you go." Otherwise, the fired worker will see an opening and start asking for her job back or another chance.