Termination for Cause

/tɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən fɔːr kɔːz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The ending of an employment or contractual relationship based on the other party's serious breach or misconduct warranting immediate dismissal or contract cessation.
    The company initiated termination for cause after the employee was found violating safety protocols.

Forms

  • termination for cause

Commentary

Use this term in contracts and employment law to distinguish from termination without cause, which generally requires notice or severance.

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