Surgent's Hiring and Firing of Employees - What You Can and Cannot Do

Overview

There are numerous federal laws that restrict what businesses can do in terms of hiring and firing employees. Many of these laws impose significant penalties if employers violate them. Accordingly, it is crucial that all employers and their professional advisors understand these laws and apply them to their employment practices.

Highlights

• Employment at will—what this means in a practical sense
• Implied employment contracts
• What a prospective employer can ask about, and test for, during  employment interviews
• Federal anti-discrimination rules applicable to hiring and firing
• How to fire an employee and not get sued

Prerequisites

None

Designed For

Any practitioner whose duties involve hiring and firing employees

Objectives

• Recognize when a worker might have an implied employment contract
• Know what to ask about and what to discuss during an employment interview
• Know how to discharge an employee—what, and what not, to say and do

Preparation

None

Notice

This on-demand webcast can be taken at any time of your choosing and is valid for one year from the date of purchase. No live instructor is present, and an exam is required to earn credit. You must score 70% or higher to earn the certificate.

How do I access my Self-Study Package?

Visit https://www.surgentcpe.com/login and enter your username (your LCPA email address) and password. If you do not remember your password, press the "Forgot?" button to receive a password reset email. Once logged in, the page will refresh to display your account menu on the left side.