Discipline and Termination

Ending the employment relationship the wrong way can lead to significant problems for the organization. A well–handled termination process reduces legal issues, preserves the dignity of the departing employee, and maintains a positive work environment for others. A clear and sensitive process requires careful planning.

Abuse in the church doesn’t have to end in disaster. Ken Sande shares five biblical principles that can turn tragedy into healing, justice, and lasting change. Discover a redemptive path forward.

A recent ruling by the National Labor Relations Board changes how employers may discipline or fire workers for misconduct when they are protesting.

A recent ruling by the National Labor Relations Board is changing how employers may write their confidentiality and non-disparagement agreements.

Workplaces where information is so tightly controlled that people don’t have what they need to do their jobs are going to be inefficient and probably toxic. Leaders who turn on people who offer constructive criticism are not going to hear much feedback. So why is that a problem?

Non-disclosure agreements are controversial in the context of abuse and misconduct claims. This article discusses the pros and cons of NDAs and considerations about implementing them.

If churches discuss sex abuse allegations publicly, are they liable for defamation claims? Maybe, but there are some defenses, as a recent Texas case held.

Abusive speech is no longer protected by Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act. Employers now have more authority to discipline employees for offensive language in the workplace.

Severance agreements can be useful, but are they valid? This post reviews and discusses some pointers to creating enforceable severance agreements.

Non-Disclosure Agreements protect confidential information and govern its use. Here are some important things to consider when entering into an NDA.