Thursday, July 02, 2026
Before You Let Someone Go: A Legal and Practical Guide for Fauquier County Employers
Letting an employee or contractor go is one of the most consequential decisions you'll make as a business owner. Done without a clear process, a single termination can result in between $50,000 and $250,000 in legal fees and settlements — a financial hit that would strain most small businesses in Fauquier County. Most of that risk is avoidable with preparation, documentation, and honest communication.Recognizing When It's Time Not every difficult situation calls for termination. Three categories tend to
