While common, employers should still weigh the benefits and risks of this type of arrangement
At-will employment is a common setup in US workplaces with its own pros and cons for both the employers and employees.
According to job listing site Betterteam, about 74% of US workers are considered at-will employees. But many still have their reservations around the setup’s conditions and how it affects the workplace.
Below, we look at-will employment, its benefits, and employee rights under this type of arrangement.
At-will employment in the United States
At-will employment is an arrangement that allows employers are freely terminate the employment of their workers at any time and without cause, explanation, or any prior warning – as long as it does not violate state and federal anti-discrimination laws.
Under the arrangement, employers can also change the terms of employment, such as benefit plans, wages, or shift schedules, without notice or consequence.
For their part, employees can also quit their jobs at any time without reason or notice. However, it’s best for employees to provide two weeks’ notice to protect their reputation with future employers regardless of legal requirements.
This type of arrangement is the default employment status in almost all US states and the District of Columbia, unless employees have signed an agreement that indicates employment is not at will. Additionally, there is limited recourse for the employee to appeal or fight termination under an...
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