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Everybody knew his name, but he still got laid off


March 12, 2009 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Dubious decisions, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

Is no one safe from the harsh realities of today’s economy?

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‘You’re laid off — and you owe us money’


February 26, 2009 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Dubious decisions, HR blunder of the week, Special Report

pink-slip

Imagine this: A company tells some of its former employees, “We put too much in your severance check. Please give the extra amount back.”

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Employee laid off after saving her boss’ life


February 3, 2009 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Dubious decisions, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, That's how they do it in ______

It’s tough for anyone in HR to participate in the process of deciding who stays and who goes when layoffs are necessary. See what you think about this case.

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Worker moved across country for job, laid off after one day


November 25, 2008 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Dubious decisions, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

As an HR pro, you’ve probably heard the phrase, “Last hired, first fired.”  But Sam Gallup’s situation takes that saying to an extreme.

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