Learn practical framework every employer should ask before taking disciplinary or termination action.
Many employers—especially those in supervisory or HR roles—struggle to determine whether they have sufficient legal and procedural justification to discipline or terminate employees. Unclear policies, inconsistent application of rules, lack of documentation, and inadequate investigations can lead to costly wrongful termination claims, damage to morale, and reputational harm. Managers often act without a clear, structured approach to determining just cause, putting their organizations at legal risk. This presentation introduces a practical framework based on seven critical questions every employer should ask before taking disciplinary or termination action. Participants will learn how to evaluate employee conduct, ensure fair investigations, and determine if disciplinary action is justified and consistent with company policy and the law. Real-world case examples and best practices will guide participants through each step of the process, helping them to avoid common errors and ensure defensible decision-making. This presentation is essential for supervisors, HR professionals, and business owners who want to reduce legal exposure and foster a fair, compliant workplace.
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to describe the seven critical questions that should be asked before disciplining or terminating an employee.
- You will be able to discuss the legal and organizational risks associated with im-proper discipline or termination.
- You will be able to explain how to apply a fair and objective investigative process when evaluating employee misconduct.
- You will be able to identify gaps in documentation, communication, or consistency that could undermine disciplinary actions.
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Agenda
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| Creating a Culture of Preventive Accountability | |
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- ASA 1.0
- This program may qualify for 1.0 continuing education hour(s) towards maintaining your ASA credential. Please contact ASA for more information at [email protected]. Please retain proof of attendance in the event your CE record is audited.
- AR CLE 1.0
- This course has been approved for 1.0 hours of CLE by the Arkansas CLE Board.
- Arizona CLE 1.0
- The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity may qualify for up to 1.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Arizona.
- CA MCLE 1.0
- Lorman Education Services is a State Bar of California approved MCLE sponsor and this course qualifies for 1.0 CLE hours of participatory credit.
- CT CLE 1.0
- Neither the Connecticut Judicial Branch nor the Commission on Minimum Continuing Legal Education approve or accredit CLE providers or activities. This course has been approved for CLE credit in jurisdictions aside from CT and therefore it automatically meets the content and delivery requirements in Connecticut. Credit is based on a 60 minute credit hour and shall be awarded as follows: 1.0 CLE credit(s).
- HI CLE 1.0
- This program was approved by the Hawaii State Board of Continuing Legal Education for 1.0 CLE credit hours.
- IN CLE 1.1
- This program has been approved by the Indiana Commission on Continuing Legal Education. Participating attorneys are eligible to receive up to 1.1 hours of Distance Education credit.
- MN CLE 1.0
- This program has been approved by the Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education for 1.0 hours of credit.
- MO CLE 1.3
- This program has been approved by the Missouri Bar for 1.3 hours of CLE.
- NH MCLE 1.0
- NH MCLE does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the NH Minimum CLE requirement. Lorman Education Services believes this course meets the requirement of NH Supreme Court Rule 53 and may qualify for CLE credit(s). Program Length: 60 Minutes.
- NJ CLE 1.3
- This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 1.3 hours of total CLE credit.
- NV CLE 1.0
- This program has been approved by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education for 1.0 CLE hours.
- OH CLE 1.0
- This course has been approved by the Ohio Supreme Court Commission on Continuing Legal Education for 1.0 CLE credit hours.
Please note: In order to receive OH CLE credit for this audio conference you MUST use the streaming option and enable and complete the required progress checks. This course is considered Self-Study.
- PA CLE 1.0
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- VT CLE 1.0
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HR Certification Institute 1.0
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CPE 1.2 including Personnel/HR 1.2
- Noggin Guru, Inc. dba Lorman Education Services and BankersHub is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its web site: www.nasbaregistry.org. For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaint and refund, please contact our offices at 866-352-9539. CPE Credit: Maximum Credit Hours: 1.2 each session (based on a 50 minute credit hour). You must attend at least 50 minutes to obtain credit. Field of Study: Personnel/HR for 1.2 hours. Prerequisite: basic knowledge of employment laws. Level of Knowledge: Intermediate. Teaching Method: Seminar/Lecture. Advance Preparation: None. Delivery Method: Group Internet Based. Please refer to the information in this brochure for outline, course content and objectives. Upon completion of this course, you will receive a certificate of attendance. Final approval of a course for CPE credit belongs with each state's regulatory board.
Please note: In order to receive CPE credit for this course you MUST use the streaming audio option, as well as enable and complete the required progress checks.
OnDemand Course
This course was last revised on September 12, 2019.
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This program does NOT qualify, nor meet the National Standard for NASBA accreditation.
Who should attend?
This live webinar is designed for human resource managers, personnel managers, employee relations managers, presidents, vice presidents, business owners and managers, payroll managers, accountants, and attorneys.
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Faculty
William J. Rothwell, Ph.D., SPHR, SHRM-SCP, RODC, CPTD Fellow
Rothwell & Associates, Inc.
- President, Rothwell & Associates, Inc.
- Distinguished Professor Emeritus, Penn State University
- Practice emphasizes succession planning, talent development, workforce planning, and HR strategy
- Regularly speaks at national and international conferences on workforce and talent management
- Author of over 172 books, including Effective Succession Planning, The Manager’s Guide to HR, and Revolutionizing the Online Learning Journey
- Member of the Association for Talent Development (ATD), Society for Human Resource Management, OD Network, Academy of Human Resource Development (AHRD)
- Ph.D., DBA, M.A., M.B.A., and B.A.
- Contact be contacted at [email protected]
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