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Oct 1
16m 54s

I Want To Fire Someone! with Tracey Levy

ICRC-TV & Pandy Pridemore
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You want to terminate someone, but HR says "slow down"— but why? When can you terminate an employee and do it correctly? In this episode. Pandy has Tracey Levy, founder of Levy Employment Law in Westchester, NY, join her to explain the reasons and scenarios that warrant a termination. Beyond the obvious reasons, Tracey shares some thoughts on performance and employee conduct that can lead to a separation of employment and how to remain compliant while making that decision.

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