101 Sample Write-Ups for Documenting Employee Performance Problems: A Guide to Progressive Discipline and Termination

Summary Discharge: Misconduct at Company Holiday Party

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#92 Summary Discharge: Misconduct at Company Holiday Party

December 6, 2010

Kathy Yarnell

1234 Lark Lane

Longview, TX 75605

Dear Ms. Yarnell:

This is to inform you that Abacus Insurance has exercised its right to terminate your

employment effective today. This decision is based on your violation of our company’s

standards of performance and conduct at the annual holiday party.

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You will receive information regarding conversion of company benefits from the

Human Resources department in the near future.

Sincerely,

Anita Gorino

Human Resources Manager

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This employee became very drunk, lifted her skirt to male employees whom she found attractive, and at-

tempted to place several men’s hands on her breasts. The supervisor chose not to describe these actions in detail

in this letter for the sake of propriety.