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Downsizing done right: revisited

In an effort to adapt to a declining economy, changing technology, or increasingly competitive landscape, many companies are faced with the option of strategically restructuring their businesses through a reduction in force. While making the decision to downsize is never easy, the implementation process can be just as challenging for HR professionals and management. Whether your company is planning a workplace reorganization or reduction in force (RIF), or you just want to be prepared in the event one becomes necessary, this webcast is for you. In this one-hour webinar, McAfee & Taft labor and employment attorneys Roberta Fields and Paul Ross walk you through the dos and don’ts of downsizing, helping you proactively address the multi-faceted issues involved. Topics covered include: • How to avoid claims of discrimination or unfairness • Employer obligations under the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act (OWBPA) • How to identify factors which will affect your decisions, such as employment agreements and union contracts • WARN Act notice requirements • Best practices for planning for a RIF • The selection process: objective or subjective? • How to’s for using a subjective process for decision-making • The importance of documenting your process and decisions • Release and severance issues Resources for this webinar: http://employerlinc.com/downsizing