You fired someone for misconduct—or poor performance—and days later, you get hit with their unemployment claim. Can they really still qualify?

In this episode of Don't HR Alone, Rhamy Alejeal breaks down exactly what disqualifies an employee from receiving unemployment benefits—even when they quit or you terminated them. He covers the 7 official disqualifiers, common employer mistakes, and how to protect your business with smart systems and better documentation.

👉 If you've ever been blindsided by an unemployment claim, this episode is a must-watch.

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Getting written up at work can feel discouraging—but it doesn’t have to be the end of the story. In this episode, we break down the smart, strategic way to respond to a write-up so you protect your professional reputation and set the stage for future success.

What You’ll Learn:

• The right way to respond (verbally and in writing)

• How to document your perspective without escalating conflict

• Employer best practices to protect your company from retaliation claims

• Why documentation is everything—and how to do it right

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💬 Have you ever received a write-up you felt was unfair—or had to issue one that backfired? Please share your story below 👇 and let’s talk about what should have happened instead.

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Think you can fire anyone at any time because you're in an at-will state? Think again. In this episode of Don't HR Alone, Rhamy Alejeal, CEO of People Processes, breaks down the truth behind at-will employment — and how to avoid the lawsuits that come with getting it wrong.

What you’ll learn:

• What “at-will” actually means

• Legal exceptions that can ruin your case

• The discipline strategy that helps you prove good faith

• How to terminate while protecting your company

What’s your biggest question about firing employees legally?

Drop it below 👇

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