No Fear: Tips for Legally Savvy and Psychologically Sound Separations
This presentation will explore the critical balance between legal compliance and psychological considerations during employee terminations. Attendees will learn effective strategies to conduct safe terminations that minimize legal and physical risks while supporting the emotional well-being of all parties involved. Key focus areas will include understanding employment laws related to termination, key considerations for at-will employment versus contractual obligations, and the importance of proper documentation. The presentation will also address the emotional and psychological effects of termination on employees, strategies to mitigate negative impacts, and the importance of clear communication.
Learning Outcome 1: This presentation will provide best practices for termination meetings, including preparation, structuring the meeting, and managing reactions.
Learning Outcome 2: This presentation will review the employment laws related to termination, including key considerations for at-will employment versus contractual obligations, and the importance of maintaining proper documentation to support termination decisions.
Learning Outcome 3: This presentation will identify the emotional and psychological effects of termination on employees and offer strategies to mitigate these negative impacts, ensuring the emotional well-being of all parties involved.
Dennis Davis, Ph.D.
Author, and international presenter…Dennis A. Davis, Ph.D. is the National Director of Client training for Ogletree Deakins. Dr. Davis has a Ph.D. in psychology and uses his insight into human motivation to help employers manage workplace behaviors and minimize risks. He has presented on Workplace Violence Prevention, Harassment Prevention, Diversity and Inclusion, Executive Coaching, as well as Out-Front Leadership.
Joseph L. Beachboard
Joseph (“Joe”) Beachboard is a nationally recognized employment lawyer who also closely tracks the most important developments at the U.S. Supreme Court impacting the business community. He has more than 30 years of experience representing management in a wide variety of employment and labor matters in perhaps the most challenging state in the nation for employers – California. Mr. Beachboard speaks regularly before human resource and employer groups on cutting edge employment law topics. He is a member of SHRM and has been an annual presenter at both the SHRM Annual Conference and the Employment Law and Compliance Conference for two decades. Mr. Beachboard is frequently quoted in such leading publications as HR Magazine, National Law Journal, Los Angeles Times, NY Times, HR Executive and Workforce, and has been published in dozens of legal and business journals. Throughout his career in Los Angeles, Mr. Beachboard has represented dozens of studios and entertainment properties. He cites his most interesting project as working with the cast and crew of the television show The Office, from its pilot through the final season.
