What You Need to Know About Employee Termination and Lawsuits With Philip Siegel

Letting go of some employees is a part of business; after all, you want A Players on your team that help you grow your home service business. But the paperwork - ick - not fun, but skipping it can create a stack of new problems.  In this episode, we're digging into the real-life steps you need to take when it comes to terminating an employee—especially if you want to avoid costly legal mistakes. From documenting poor performance to knowing when and how to offer a release agreement, employment attorney Philip Siegel lays it all out in a way that makes sense for home service business owners.  You'll walk away with clear, practical advice you can use to protect your business, your profits, and your peace of mind. If you've ever felt unsure about how to handle a tough employee situation the right way, this episode is for you. You'll Learn… Why documenting issues before employee termination can save you thousands later The one phrase that could trigger a discrimination claim if you're not careful How to make sure no one's "surprised" by an employee termination—especially investigators What every small business needs to know about firing someone over 40 The real reason firing unsafe workers protects more than just your bottom line How a well-timed meeting can keep employee termination from turning into a lawsuit The key step that makes your severance agreement hold up if challenged later 🎧 Listen to all episodes at https://taxcoach4you.com/category/podcasts/ 🤝 Connect with Philip at https://hpsslaw.com/philip-siegel ACCESS SOME FREE RESOURCES TO BOOST YOUR PROFITS 💵 Want to know just how much profit you have each month? Get my Free 'Monthly Nut' Worksheet here:  https://taxcoach4you.com/monthlynut/ 💸 There are many "hidden" ways your profits could be leaking out, and I've compiled 15 common leaks into this FREE report for you. Download this Free report & checklist here https://profitcoach4you.com/profitleaks