Fired, Laid Off or Forced Out: A Complete Guide to Severance, Benefits and Your Rights When You're Starting Over (Paperback)

~ Richard Busse (Author)
Key Phrases: imminent termination, anticipated termination, protected class status, Forced Out, Unlawful Terminations, Diffuse Potentially Volatile Situations (more...)

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You're Fired! Those are the two words every employee dreads. But what does it really mean to be let go, and more important, what can you do to turn this situation into an opportunity for future success? Fired, Laid-Off or Forced Out takes the fear out of the possibility of losing your job and replaces it with specific guidelines any worker can use to protect his or her rights. From the factory worker to the professional, the salesperson to upper management, anyone can benefit from the insight and the proven steps described to obtain a positive outcome.

Successful strategies clearly explain how you can: -- Survive a Disciplinary Action -- Diffuse Volatile Situations -- Change an Abusive Environment -- Prevent Termination -- Handle the Termination Itself -- Negotiate a Severance Agreement -- Evaluate Your Case -- Craft a Better Settlement -- Build Your Workplace Power

About the Author

Richard C. Busse obtained his law degree in 1974 from the University of California, Hastings College of Law. He began practicing employment law in 1975. From 1975 to 1981, he defended employment cases, both with a defense firm and in his capacity as Chief Deputy County Counsel for Multnomah County, Oregon-the state's most populous county.

In 1981, he set out on his own to develop a plaintiff's employment litigation practice, and has practiced in that field ever since. He is now senior partner in the Portland law firm of Busse & Hunt, which is devoted exclusively to the practice of plaintiff's employment law. Mr. Busse represents victims of wrongful discharge, discrimination, defamation, and other workplace torts. His cases have established important legal precedents in the field. He is a frequent speaker and has published articles on employment law since 1981. Mr. Busse is also the author of the bestselling Employee's Rights: Your Practical Handbook to Workplace Law, Sphinx Publishing (2004).

Mr. Busse has been listed in the national peer review publication The Best Lawyers in America every year since 1989 for labor and employment law in Oregon. His firm was named the leading plaintiff's employment law firm in Oregon by Chambers US, America's Leading Business Lawyers, 2003-04; and he was awarded its highest individual rating. The nationally known legal directory, Martindale-Hubbell, also gives Mr. Busse and his firm its highest rating for legal ability and ethics.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Sphinx Publishing (February 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1572484594
• ISBN-13: 978-1572484597
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #215,866 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fired, Laid Off or Forced Out-A Complete Guide by Busse, Esq, May 11, 2005

By	Joseph S. Maresca "Dr. Joseph S. Maresca CPA,... (Bronxville, New York USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This book is perfect for personnel planning. The author explains
how to document and claim your work product. In instances where
you may not be able to be continuously employed, Busse explains:
- how to get what is coming to you in benefits, severance etc.
- how to browse the personnel file and select important documents
- hiring a lawyer in severance situations
- reading the employment agreement
- statutory requirements for paying salary owed i.e. state by state

This work is an important acquisition for employees and managers
everywhere.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Hands-on advice on how to deal with being fired, April 16, 2007

By	Rolf Dobelli "getAbstract.com" (Switzerland) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

If you're in danger of losing your job, Richard C. Busse provides advice about how to turn things around and improve your relationships at work. If you do lose your job, he explains how to cope with termination, negotiate the best settlement and understand your rights. He answers many questions about U.S. employment laws and how they differ from state to state. We recommend this book to anyone who fears he or she may be "fired, laid-off or forced out" of a job, now or in the future. Managers, supervisors and human resource professionals will also find useful tips about legal issues and conducting performance evaluations properly, so they can avoid the risk of wrongful termination lawsuits.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Anyone working should read this book, December 14, 2006

By	Reader "cvrcak1" (Boca Raton, FL) - See all my reviews

Regardless of your current employment status, one must read this book. It is excellent guide on what to do to protect one's best interests when it comes to salary negotiation for the new job, or severance negotiation when a job is lost. If you are in the rush and want to just skim the book read the tips at the end of the each chapter and that will have to determine if you need to read all of it or some of it. My advice however would be read the book cover to cover because you could only wish to have Richard Busse is your employment lawyer. If you are 40 or older you definitely want to read this book and better yet, keep it in your library for a refresher reads in the future.