Results for tag: "Employment At Will"

Employment at Will is a legal doctrine that states that an employer can terminate an employee at any time, for any reason, with or without notice. This doctrine is widely accepted in the United States, and is the basis for most employment contracts. It is important to note that this doctrine does not apply to all employees, as certain protected classes are exempt from this doctrine. In the context of Personnel and Human Resources, Employment at Will is a key factor in the hiring and firing of employees. It allows employers to quickly and easily terminate employees who are not meeting expectations, or who are not a good fit for the organization. It also allows employers to quickly hire new employees to fill positions that are in high demand. Some companies in the Employment at Will market include Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Google, and Walmart. Show Less Read more