Cutting Costs Without Landing Lawsuits: How to Plan and Implement Reductions in Force

Katten Muchin Rosenman will host a roundtable discussion on the best practices for planning and implementing a reduction in force in the current economic climate, including both legal and practical considerations.

Discussion topics will include:

• Laying the foundation for a future reduction in force
• Implementing and reviewing your selection process
• Utilizing releases to minimize liability
• Communicating the reduction in force to affected employees and the remaining workforce
• Evaluating associated legal issues, including plant closing laws, enforcement of restrictive covenants and employee benefits