Objective
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- Explain best practices with regard to progressive discipline 

- Advise employers regarding steps they can take to reduce litigation risks associated with employee termination 

- Understand wrongful termination and discrimination claims, including how to avoid them 

Highlights
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- Defining progressive discipline, including typical steps in any progressive discipline process 

- The importance of a fair disciplinary process 

- When and how progressive discipline should be used, including using progressive discipline in the lead-up to termination 

- Documentation best practices 

- Limitations on at-will employment, including contracts and laws regarding discrimination and retaliation 

- Avoiding key risks in the termination process 

- Best practices for legally compliant termination procedures 

Designed For
Human resources professionals and managersPrerequisite
NoneAdvanced Preparation
None