Connecticut Termination Meeting Checklist

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Terminating an employee is rarely pleasant. However, a properly conducted termination meeting which preserves the employee's dignity can help defuse even the tensest of situations. There are several steps you can take to fulfill your legal obligations to terminated employees and avoid escalating any hostilities over the firing.
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Connecticut is an "at will" state. This means that employers have the right to fire or terminate an employee at anytime without providing a reason, as long as it is not illegal.

Are termination letters required? Most companies are not required by law to give employees letters of termination. The exceptions are those located in Arizona, California, Illinois and New Jersey. Most employers, however, do provide termination letters as a professional courtesy and a legal record.

Such documents may include, but are not limited to: attendance records, performance reviews, disciplinary records, signed employee acknowledgment of company handbook and other policies, offer letters, employment agreements, restrictive covenants, and incentive compensation plans. Procedures For The Termination Meeting.

In other words, firing is "the final step in a fair and transparent process," as outlined below.Identify and Document the Issues.Coach Employees to Rectify the Issue.Create a Performance Improvement Plan.Terminate the Employee.Have HR Conduct an Exit Interview.

Employee termination checklistTalk to the employee. There are many ways an employee can tell you they're quitting.Collect company property.Remove employee access.Pass out paperwork.Have an exit interview.Let people know.Update records.Distribute final paycheck.

An employee termination checklist creates an outline for employee exit processes within your business. The checklist contains information you need to give terminated employees, items you need to retrieve from exiting employees, exit interview information, and more.

Preparing for a Termination MeetingReview the employee's personnel file. Thoroughly review the employee's work record and the reason for termination.Identify property to be returned.Prepare final paycheck.

Five Things an Employer Should Consider Before Firing an EmployeePotential Issue #1: Is the Termination Justified?Potential Issue #2: Are There Any Employment Contracts?Potential Issue #3: Will the Firing Come as a Surprise to the Employee?Potential Issue #4: Will the Employee Claim the Firing Is Illegal?More items...?

All Connecticut employers must provide a Separation Packet, which includes a Separation Notice (UC-61) and instructions to the worker immediately upon termination of employment or indefinite layoff. The notice should be provided regardless of whether the termination is voluntary or involuntary.

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Connecticut Termination Meeting Checklist