How is Resignation in lieu of dismissal defined in a legal contract?
- Resignation in lieu of dismissal means when a person steps down from their role voluntarily after receiving prior notice from the [organization] about the intent to terminate their role due to certain circumstances that merit it, or if within [number] months of the person's resignation, the board of directors or top leadership of the [organization] determines that the reason for resignation was related to an action that would have caused a termination. Seen in 8 SEC filings.
- Resignation in lieu of dismissal means when an employee voluntarily steps down from their position, if the [organization] already gave the employee prior notice of its plan to terminate them for circumstances constituting a serious cause, or within [number] days such resignation, if the [organization] finalizes that such resignation was to avoid a major cause for termination. Seen in 1 SEC filing.
- Resignation in lieu of dismissal means when an employee resigns voluntarily if the [organization] has given prior written notice to such employee about its intent to terminate them for reasons that constitute Cause, or within two months of the employee’s resignation if top leadership of the [organization] finalize that such resignation was linked to an action that would have caused a termination for Cause. Seen in 1 SEC filing.
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Genie Definition 1
- Resignation in lieu of dismissal means voluntary departure post-notification of impending termination due to serious causes or related actions by the [organization].
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Relevant Circumstances
- Workplace conflict situations.
- Performance-related issues.
- Breach of company policy or rules.
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Genie Definition 2
- Resignation in lieu of dismissal means voluntary exit after or in anticipation of notification of termination for cause, as determined by the [organization].
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Relevant Circumstances
- Legal actions against the employee or partner.
- Ethical misconduct.
- Financial mismanagement.
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Resignation in lieu of dismissal means voluntary departure post-notification of impending termination due to serious causes or related actions by the [organization].
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