On June 15, 2023, I presented a complimentary webinar entitled “Employment Terminations in New York”. For those who couldn’t attend the live webinar, I’m happy to make it available for you to watch at your convenience.
In the webinar, I discuss:
- At-Will Employment
- Notice & Procedures
- Unemployment Claims
- Severance Pay
and much more!
At-will employment is still the default for most New York employees, but it doesn’t give employers unfettered discretion to let workers go. Termination decisions can require consideration of various statutory, contractual, and policy issues. Ignoring relevant parameters can lead to messy breakups and costly disputes.
Why You Should Watch “Employment Terminations in New York”
If you’re involved in deciding to remove employees from your organization, then it’s worth reviewing the potential legal hurdles and implications.
Especially in New York, employment laws continue to evolve, primarily to provide employees with greater workplace protections. Running afoul of these standards when letting employees go could lead to employment discrimination claims or other legal headaches.
Even if the decision to separate an employee from your company is valid, there are logistical obligations to follow through on. For example, New York employers must provide separated employees with written notice of their termination date and information regarding employee benefits. And, if you want to offer severance pay in exchange for a release of claims, there are additional documentary requirements. Employers who make large employment reductions may also need to comply with state of federal WARN Act requirements.
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