When dealing with a wrongful termination or compliance case, the WARN Act is often effective and used to evaluate the legality of the case. In this episode, Jessica Childress, managing attorney of the Childress Firm PLLC, explains what the WARN Act is and what triggers its effectiveness. Tom Spiggle and Jessica discuss how to know whether or not you are subject to the Act and how you can leverage it as an employee or employer. Join Tom in this conversation to learn more about how the WARN Act may benefit you. 

Show Highlights: 

• What is the WARN Act and what is it for 
• How to know whether or not your layoff is subject to the WARN Act 
• What is a WARN notice supposed to include 
• Employee rights within the workplace to discuss with peers 
• The requirements for the WARN Act to be effective in businesses 
• What is a “mini” WARN Act or states different versions of WARN 
• Federal Causes of Action when the WARN Act is violated 
• What benefits can you receive from a WARN Act lawsuit 
• How to bring a claim under the WARN Act 

 

Links: 

Contact Tom: 

https://www.spigglelaw.com/podcasts/parents-at-work/

For a copy of “You’re pregnant, You’re fired”- [email protected] 

Contact Jessica: 

(202) 204-2200

[email protected] 

https://www.thechildressfirm.com

Resources: 

https://www.nela.org

https://www.dol.gov