Severance Packages, Benefits And Outplacement Practices

Bernardin & Russell (2013) states, “Consistency is the driving force of employee acceptance of dismissal practices” (pg. 319). Severance packages, benefits, and outplacement services should be offered to The Daily Register’s terminated employees on a consistent basis in order to reduce the potential for allegations of discrimination, and in turn, litigation. Moreover, Bernardin and Russell (2013) discuss the organizational advantages of offering severance packages, benefits, and outplacement services to its terminated employees, stating, “If employees feel as if they were treated fairly, they are less likely to file wrongful termination claims. Moreover, adequate notice on the part of the employer and the provision of aid in finding a new