Basing a Layoff on Performance Can Be a Legal Hazard

question 37

True/False

Basing a layoff on performance can be a legal hazard for an employer if the employee's performance has not been well documented over a period of time.

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Definitions:

Venue

The location where a trial or legal proceeding is held or deemed most appropriate for resolving a case.

State and Federal Jurisdiction

The legal authority granted to state and federal courts over certain types of cases based on geographical area and subject matter.

Subject-matter Jurisdiction

The capability of a court to handle particular types of legal cases or those pertaining to specific areas of interest.

Personal Jurisdiction

The authority of a court over the parties involved in a lawsuit, permitting it to make decisions affecting their rights.