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What is the WARN Act?

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A federal law requiring many larger employers to give 60 days’ notice before mass layoffs or plant closings, or pay in place of notice.

Rules differ by state. This is general information, not legal or professional advice.

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Official sources

U.S. Department of Labor: severance paydol.gov
U.S. Department of Labor: WARN Actdol.gov
EEOC: age discrimination and releaseseeoc.gov