One of the hottest workplace-related buzz words in 2023 was “RIF” (reduction in force). With an uncertain economic climate, many businesses have been forced to consider and implement business reorganizations resulting in the termination of large groups of employees. US employment laws with respect to RIFs are nuanced, however, and can result in potentially significant liability if not fully adhered to.
In this program, therefore, our presenter will discuss the key US employment laws to consider when assessing a RIF (including the WARN Act and the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act) as well as compliance tips and best practices.