MENUMENU
  • FREE RESOURCES
  • PREMIUM CONTENT
        • SEE MORE
          PREMIUM RESOURCES
  • HR DEEP DIVES
        • Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for HR Professionals
          Employment Law
          Labor Law Posting Requirements: Everything You Need to Know
          Recruiting
          businesswoman selecting future employees on digital interfaces
          Recruiting Resources for HR & Hiring Managers
          Performance Management
          vector image of young female making star rating
          Performance Review Resources
          Employment Law
          Understanding Equal Employment Opportunity and the EEOC
          Recruiting
          Onboarding Resources for HR & Hiring Managers
  • CORONAVIRUS & HR

  • LOGIN
  • SIGN UP FREE

HR Morning

MENUMENU
  • FREE RESOURCES
  • PREMIUM CONTENT
        • SEE MORE
          PREMIUM RESOURCES
  • HR DEEP DIVES
        • Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for HR Professionals
          Employment Law
          Labor Law Posting Requirements: Everything You Need to Know
          Recruiting
          businesswoman selecting future employees on digital interfaces
          Recruiting Resources for HR & Hiring Managers
          Performance Management
          vector image of young female making star rating
          Performance Review Resources
          Employment Law
          Understanding Equal Employment Opportunity and the EEOC
          Recruiting
          Onboarding Resources for HR & Hiring Managers
  • CORONAVIRUS & HR
  • Employment Law
  • Benefits
  • Recruiting
  • Talent Management
  • Performance Management
  • HR Technology
  • More
    • Leadership & Strategy
    • Compensation
    • Staff Administration
    • Policy & Procedures
    • Wellness
    • Staff Departure
    • Employee Services
    • Work Location
    • HR Career & Self-Care
    • Health Care
    • Retirement Plans

Severance Pay

'You're laid off — and you owe us money'

Imagine this: A company tells some of its former employees, “We put too much in your severance check. Please give the extra amount back.”

by Fred Hosier
February 26, 2009

Answers to tough HR questions: Putting non-compete in severance package

Our team of experts fields real-life, everyday questions from HR managers and gives practical answers that can be applied by any HR pro in the same situation. Today’s topic: Asking laid-off employees to sign a non-compete in exchange for severance pay.

July 23, 2008

Court upholds decision that firing 'irresistible' worker wasn't bias

It’s official. Iowa’s highest court has ruled — again — that a dentist did not break the law when he fired an employee because she was too attractive.  

by Tim Gould
July 12, 2013

EEOC warns about legal holes in severance deals

A flurry of lawsuits over botched severance agreements has prompted the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to issue a guide that can help keep employers out of trouble.

by Jim Giuliano
February 8, 2010

Google’s enforced arbitration decision could put pressure on other employers

Employees may find it easier to bring sexual harassment and workplace discrimination cases against employers, thanks to Google workers’ success in driving change at the tech giant. The company announced it has ended the practice of requiring workers to sign arbitration clauses in order to work for Google. Those changes were launched after Google employees […]

by Tim McElgunn
March 4, 2019
Google's enforced arbitration decision could put pressure on other employers

Help managers keep their people motivated in uncertain times

It’s one of the biggest challenges a line manager can face: Keeping engagement, performance and morale high during times of change. And, Lord knows, there’s an awful lot of change afoot in American business today.

by Tim Gould
November 15, 2013

High Court is now in session: Cases you'll want to watch

The first Monday in October’s come and gone — meaning the Supreme Court’s back in session. And there are several key cases on the docket that employers will want to keep an eye on.

by Tim Gould
October 9, 2013

Jan. 1 deadline for complying with Section 409A

Now’s the time to decide whether your employer falls under Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code. The deadline for complying is Jan. 1.

by Jim Giuliano
October 7, 2008

Just be glad this isn't France

It’s normal for employees to have an emotional reaction when they find out they’re losing their jobs. But these workers went way beyond normal:

April 14, 2009

Most companies planning layoffs in 2009

According to one recent report, the staffing forecast for next year may be even worse than many have expected.

January 16, 2009

Question: Can separation agreements with severance pay shield us from legal claims involving ex-employees?

To access this content, you must purchase Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Premium, Web-free-trial-cc-tier-2, Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Free, Tm-free-trial-no-cc, Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Premium, Whr-print-pub-sub-tier-1 or Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Premium, Whr-print-pub-sub-tier-2.

Click to continue »

by John Walston
April 26, 2019

Question: How much time should we give a departing employee to review/sign a release agreement tied to severance benefits?

To access this content, you must purchase Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Premium, Web-free-trial-cc-tier-2, Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Free, Tm-free-trial-no-cc, Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Premium, Whr-print-pub-sub-tier-1 or Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Premium, Whr-print-pub-sub-tier-2.

Click to continue »

by John Walston
April 29, 2019

Should you hide this EEOC document from your employees?

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission just came out with a document that some are calling “How to Sue Your Employer.” Rather than cursing (and hiding) the document, employers might be better served by using its contents to avoid a lawsuit.

by Jim Giuliano
July 31, 2009

Standard severance agreement won't protect you from EEOC claims

So you’ve decided to let Bob go, and you’re offering him the severance amount set forth in your written policies. He signs the severance agreement, waiving his right to make any claims against his former employer. Later, he files discrimination charges with the EEOC. Can you stop paying his severance?

by Tim Gould
January 2, 2013

Terminated employee sued for severance: Did he collect?

To access this content, you must purchase Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Premium, Web-free-trial-cc-tier-2, Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Free, Tm-free-trial-no-cc, Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Premium, Whr-print-pub-sub-tier-1 or Insider Membership – Membership, Annually, Premium, Whr-print-pub-sub-tier-2.

Click to continue »

by Annie Lee
July 28, 2020

Was phony resume a good enough reason to fire him?

A company hires an employee and learns later that he lied on his resume. Is that always cause to fire someone?

November 26, 2008

BLUEPRINTS

Get up to date with our Blueprints.

SEE MORE
BLUEPRINTS

Posts navigation

Page 1 Page 2 Next page

Get the latest from HRMorning in your inbox PLUS immediately access 10 FREE HR guides.

I WANT MY FREE GUIDES

Keep Up To Date with the Latest HR News

With HRMorning arriving in your inbox, you will never miss critical stories on labor laws, benefits, retention and onboarding strategies.

Sign up for a free HRMorning membership and get our newsletter!
  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
HR Morning Logo
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Linked In
  • ABOUT HRMORNING
  • ADVERTISE WITH US
  • WRITE FOR US
  • CONTACT
  • Employment Law
  • Benefits
  • Recruiting
  • Talent Management
  • HR Technology
  • Performance Management
  • Leadership & Strategy
  • Compensation & Payroll
  • Policy & Culture
  • Staff Administration
  • Wellness & Safety
  • Staff Departure
  • Employee Services
  • Work Location
  • HR Career & Self-Care

HRMorning, part of the SuccessFuel Network, provides the latest HR and employment law news for HR professionals in the trenches of small-to-medium-sized businesses. Rather than simply regurgitating the day’s headlines, HRMorning delivers actionable insights, helping HR execs understand what HR trends mean to their business.

Privacy Policy Terms of Service
Copyright © 2021 SuccessFuel

WELCOME BACK!

Enter your username and password below to log in

Forget Your Username or Password?

Reset Password

Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email.

Log In

During your free trial, you can cancel at any time with a single click on your “Account” page.  It’s that easy.

Why do we need your credit card for a free trial?

We ask for your credit card to allow your subscription to continue should you decide to keep your membership beyond the free trial period.  This prevents any interruption of content access.

Your card will not be charged at any point during your 21 day free trial
and you may cancel at any time during your free trial.

preloader