The concept is implied by the word itself. A “just cause” termination occurs when an employer fires an employee for grave misconduct or any other unlawful reason.
Meaning
“Be careful how you use strong words,” as Carl Sandberg once stated. To have meaning and value in assessing the employer’s rights and obligations in executive employment terminations, the term “just cause” needs to be carefully and precisely articulated in the employment contract.
Typical Just Cause Allegations Made by Employers
- serious misbehavior on the part of the employee, such as stealing or unethical behavior.
- The employer’s request to serve the probationary period is not fulfilled.
- failing to complete company criteria or task as promised by the worker.
- repeated incapacity to finish the necessary tasks.
- a mix of all the problems listed.
