Termination without cause occurs when an employer decides it no longer needs the employee's services. This is not necessarily due to anything the employee did wrong; for example, it might be because the employer is downsizing.
Ensure Proper Grounds for Termination Common grounds for this sort of action include a breach of the contract terms, changes in business circumstances, or non-performance of the breaching party. Be sure that the grounds for termination are legally sound and appropriately documented.
Check that you have a ground for termination Most contracts will include clauses about specifically when a contract will be terminated, so it should be clear whether or not you have grounds for termination. But there's also a general right to terminate a contract if a breach of contract occurs.
A 'termination for convenience' clause allows one party to a contract to terminate the contract without cause. although these clauses are increasingly being used to provide flexibility in contracts,they have been given little judicial consideration.
Comment: A termination without cause provision (also called a “termination for convenience” clause) permits one or both parties to terminate the agreement at any time after an initial contracting period.
Notice of termination of employment No agreement may require or permit an employee to give a period of notice longer than that required of the employer. Notice of termination of a contract of employment must be given in writing, except when it is given by an illiterate employee.
One of the most common reasons for contract termination is when one of the parties to the contract has breached the contract. This happens when a party has failed to fulfill their obligations or has acted in a way that was inconsistent with the rules set out by the contract or agreement.
A Termination Without Cause clause is a contractual provision that allows one or both parties to terminate the agreement without stating a specific reason or cause, typically upon providing advance written notice and subject to certain conditions or consequences.
Be factual and compassionate, but avoid lingering on any details as to why they're being let go and maintain a firm position that steers away from too much debate and resulting justification. Focus instead on the details of the severance package, and communicate your gratitude for their time spent at the company.
Be Honest but Brief: If the application allows space for an explanation, you can simply state that you were let go due to circumstances that were not entirely within your control (if applicable). Focus on the Positive: Emphasize what you learned from the experience and how you've grown as a result.