Worker Displacement
/ˈwɜrkər dɪsˈpleɪsmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The termination of an employee's job by an employer due to economic reasons such as restructuring, downsizing, or automation, rather than employee fault.
The company announced worker displacement following the factory closure.
- (n.) The legal obligation or process related to notifying and compensating workers who lose their jobs due to layoff or closure under labor laws or specific statutes.
The firm complied with the Worker Displacement Act by providing advance notice to affected employees.
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Commentary
Often used in labor and employment law contexts highlighting economic-driven job loss, requiring careful distinction from termination for cause.
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