Can I terminate an employee for poor performance?
What separates a lawful performance-based termination from one that triggers extra pay or a complaint, and why documentation decides which one you get.
Topic
Federal employment
Plain-language answers on federal employment, written from primary sources.
Answers
How do I write and review an employment termination letter for federally regulated employees?
Confirming coverage, calculating the minimum notice period, choosing notice or pay in lieu, and why severance is calculated separately.
What should I do if I've been fired or terminated from federally regulated employment?
Requesting written reasons, working out notice and pay in lieu, checking whether you qualify to complain, and the 90-day filing window.