How to fire without getting burned
At some point, every employer must bid farewell to an unproductive, perpetually tardy, or otherwise troublesome employee. But it's almost never easy to take this step. In fact, many bosses wait until the discomfort becomes acute before they act.Most American employees work under at-will contracts. That is, both employer and employee can theoretically end the relationship at any time, for just about any reason. But in practice, a maze of laws and court rulings is making matters more complicated all the time.This doesn't mean your hands are tied. You still have the right to let under-performing workers go, but you must build a solid case. Here's a guide to potential trouble spots, plus some diplomatic suggestions on how