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Why is two weeks notice not necessary for an employer to an employee?
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∙ 8y ago
It isn't even necessary for an employee, but it is considered polite. As for an employer, they are protected because of their business. If you work an extra 2 weeks (having just received a 2 weeks notice), you could be pissed off enough to not do a good job which would hurt revenue for the company. Some disgruntled employees cause damage on the way out if they are given notice
If an employee is being let go "for cause", meaning that he/she did something wrong, the employer is wise to not allow the employee to remain and cause more problems. If the company is just having problems and cutting back, often the employer will not want to take a chance that the employee might sabotage the company in some way. Truth be told, a two weeks notice isn't really necessary for an employee to an employer either. In the US nearly all states have "employment at will" laws which basically state that either the employer or the employee may quit / terminate services for pretty much any rhyme or reason (unless you and the employer have a written contract of employment that stipulates a clearly defined termination of employment process). Most employers require their employees to give written consent to the terms of working in an "at will" workplace as a strict condition of employment (which almost makes a two weeks notice by either party seem rather silly).
Only eight states do not have public policy as an exception to at will employment (ignores if an employer sanctioned termination would have violated state / federal law): Alabama, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maine, Nebraska, New York, and Rhode Island.
13 States do not recognize "implied contract exceptions" to at will employment (typically a verbal contract). It is very difficult to prove there was an implied contract, as the burden of proof solely is on the employee. The states do not recognize implied contract exceptions are: Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, and Virginia.
11 States recognize implied in law contracts (good faith and fair dealing) as an exception to at will employment. Basically, the employer must have "just cause" to immediately terminate employment (if the company isn't experiencing a financial hardship). Those states are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, California, Delaware, Idaho, Massachusetts, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 15y agoIt's customary and expected. It may not be required. If you are working under some sort of contract, check the contract. A professional in a position of significant responsibility often gives more to allow ample time to find a replacement.
These courtesies matter if you want to part amicably; past employment stays on your resume forever, unless you leave an unexplained gap in your work history, and future prospective employers may want to contact your past bosses. "Left without notice" or "didn't give two weeks" is a black mark on your record.
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∙ 12y agoCaptains of industry often give their employer six months' notice, in order for a deserving replacement to be found.
In short, no.
I once gave an employer two weeks' notice, and he FIRED ME after three days, claiming that I was a 'management trainee'... all I'd ever managed there was the pushbroom! So I claimed -and got- unemployment benefits.
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∙ 14y agoSeverance is normally given to people who are being laid off due to company downsizing.
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∙ 11y agoIt depends on your situation.
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Can a employee terminate there employment?
Yes, as they can hand in there two weeks notice to there employer.
When laying off an employee how much notice does the employer have to give?
2 weeks
Does an employer have to pay you if you give a twon week notice and they tell you that you dont have to give the notice?
No employer is under any obligation to pay an employee who gives a two-week notice the additional two weeks. An employer can accept your notice but not accept the date of your notice. The notice is supposed to be the employee's attempt to eliminate or minimize the employer's trouble for the employee having left the position, by giving his/her employer time to find and train a replacement. But whether or not your employer decides to keep you on for additional time after you've submitted your notice is between you and the employer. Your employer is under no more obligation to keep you there than you are to stay there an additional two weeks. It's important additionally to see if the state in which you live is an "at will" state. In many states, an employer can essentially hire or fire for any or no cause.
If an employer terminates you after you give a 2 week notice does he have pay you for the 2 weeks in Minnesota?
Minnesota is an at will employer state so it means an employer can terminate an employee at any time for any reason. If a person gives their 2 week notice and they are then fired they may be able to collect unemployment.
Can your employer fire you for shop lifting at another store?
short answer: No. But you may be fired for other reasons (listed below). And your employer may keep a closer eye on you to find such reasons. But if they fire you BECAUSE you shoplifted at a different store, then you go to Employee Standards and file a complaint. Quote- "There are a number of circumstances where an employer is not required to give notice of termination. Probably the most important of these circumstances is termination for "just cause." Examples of just cause include:willful misconduct,disobedience, ordeliberate neglect of duty, where these actions are not condoned by the employer. Other circumstances that permit an employer to terminate employment without giving notice include:the employee was hired for a definite term or task of less than 12 months, at the end of which the employment terminates (the 12-month limit for term or task does not apply to oil well drilling or geophysical exploration),the employee was laid off after refusing an offer by the employer of reasonable alternative work,the employee refuses work made available through a seniority system,the employee is not provided with work because a strike or lockout is taking place at the employee's place of employment,the employee is employed under an agreement by which the employee may elect either to work or not to work for a temporary period when requested by the employer,the contract of employment is or has become impossible for the employer to perform by reason of unforeseeable or unpreventable causes beyond the control of the employer,the employee was hired on a seasonal basis and at the end of the season the employment is terminated,the employee is on temporary layoff and does not return to work within seven days after being requested to do so, in writing, by the employer,the employee is in the construction industry,the employee is employed in the cutting, removal, burning or other disposal of trees and/or brush for the primary purpose of clearing land. When an employee's employment is terminated for 'just cause', the employer must pay all wages, overtime, general holiday pay and vacation pay due the employee within ten days following the date of termination. The employer must be able to support their position that there was just cause for dismissal without notice." quote- "The length of notice an employer is required to give depends on the duration of employment and must be in writing. The minimum notice requirements that employers must give are:one week - for employment of more than three months, but less than two yearstwo weeks - for employment of two years, but less than four years,four weeks - for employment of four years, but less than six years,five weeks - for employment of six years, but less than eight years,six weeks - for employment of eight years, but less than 10 years, andeight weeks - for employment of 10 years or more. An employer may choose to give pay for the required notice period instead of providing notice. A combination of written notice and pay in lieu of notice (termination pay) is also acceptable."
What is a number of days or months to be worked by an employee wishing to leave their job called?
It is commonly called a "notice period" and is designed to limit disruption of the workplace due to voluntary employee departures. The most common example is "two weeks notice" to an employer who may have to hire and train a replacement employee (the new hire or transfer may or may not receive training from the departing employee).
What are the conditions under which decision are made?
Employee was previously employed. During the 2 weeks notice period, employee decided not to show up for work at all. Second time employee was rehired, similar incident, 2 weeks notice put in then employee decided not to show up to work.
If you resign with a two weeks notice and your employer doesn't let you work out the notice can you draw unemployment for two weeks?
If you gave a two week notice in writing the employer should compensate you for that time although you don't work there. All depends on state laws, check with HR.
If an employee resigns and offers 4 weeks notice does the employer have to agree to the 4weeks?
Unless you have an employment contract which specifies otherwise (chances are you do not, most employers do not use contracts) or unless local laws stipulate otherwise (chances are they do not), then no, the employer does not have to agree to allow you to work any length of time after you give notice. Notice serves to inform the employer that you will no longer be working for them after a specified date. They are by no means (with the exceptions already stated) compelled to keep you on the schedule until that date.
When giving notice of your resignation what is the standard length of time to give an employer before leaving?
If you are hourly/weekly paid, then give a weeks notice. An employee in a factory would give this length of notice. An office worker, on a monthly salary, would probably give a month's notice. A lot depends on the terms and conditions of your employment.
If an employer terminates you after you give a 2 week notice do they have to pay you for the 2 weeks in Canada?
Yes.
What is Texas employment law and two weeks notice?
It is required by The Texas State labor law that if an employee turns in a two weeks notice that the employeer is required to pay out the two week even if the employee is released.
