Louisiana Layoffs

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Louisiana Layoff laws & HR compliance analysis – BLR

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Louisiana Layoff laws & HR compliance analysis - BLR
Louisiana Layoff federal, national and state compliance resources – regulations, laws, and state-specific analysis for employers and HR professionals.


Layoffs expected at several Louisiana plants – WBRZ

https://www.wbrz.com/news/layoffs-expected-at-several-louisiana-plants/

Several of Louisiana’s plants in the oil and gas industry are expecting to lay off a number of workers due to the pandemic.


Two South Louisiana facilities laying off at least 111 workers

https://www.theadvertiser.com/story/money/business/2021/09/22/two-south-louisiana-facilities-laying-off-least-111-workers/5795889001/

Sep 22, 2021 — Two companies with facilities in Southeast Louisiana are planning to layoff at least a combined 111 employees in November, according to …


Layoffs begin at shuttered Phillips 66 Alliance Louisiana refinery

https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/layoffs-begin-shuttered-phillips-66-alliance-louisiana-refinery-sources-2022-02-09/

Feb 9, 2022 — About half of the 450 hourly employees at the refinery will be laid off by Sunday, the sources said. The remainder will stay on through May 1.


Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act Fact Sheet

https://www2.laworks.net/WorkforceDev/WFD_warnfacts.asp

Jul 28, 2010 — Mass Layoff : A covered employer must give notice if there is to be a mass layoff which does not result from a plant closing, but which will …


Louisiana Layoffs, Shut-ins Happening Faster Than Expected

https://www.rigzone.com/news/louisiana_layoffs_shutins_happening_faster_than_expected-06-may-2020-161989-article/

May 6, 2020 — Survey by Louisiana oil and gas industry group shows 23-percent layoff and 77.5-percent well shut-in figures.


Layoffs Begin at Shuttered Phillips 66 Alliance Louisiana …

https://pgjonline.com/news/2022/february/layoffs-begin-at-shuttered-phillips-66-alliance-louisiana-refinery

Feb 9, 2022 — Phillips 66 this week began laying off hourly workers at its shuttered Alliance, Louisiana , refinery, which is being converted to an oil and …


SLS 18RS-419 ORIGINAL 2018 Regular Session SENATE …

http://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1070635

Requires advance notice of mass layoffs and closure of certain businesses. (8/1/18) … Adjustment and Retraining Act” or the ” Louisiana WARN Act”.


Northrop Grumman Laying off 120 Workers in Lake Charles

https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/louisiana/articles/2022-04-22/northrop-grumman-laying-off-120-workers-in-lake-charles

Apr 22, 2022 — The layoffs are a result of the U.S. Air Force’s decision to retire the Joint STARS fleet, he said. … Tags: Louisiana , Associated Press …


Shell details its layoff of hundreds at Convent site in 2021

https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/business/article_3f98962a-4927-11eb-af3a-636e1706a098.html

Dec 28, 2020 — The Louisiana subsidiary of Royal Dutch Shell, Equilon Enterprises LLC, previously had announced layoffs but has now filed an official …


Frequently Asked Questions

Are layoffs increasing?

Job cuts are rolling in as recession fears rise : NPR. Job cuts are rolling in as recession fears rise Tesla, JPMorgan, Netflix, Redfin and Coinbase are among companies that are cutting jobs. While layoffs are contained to the hottest parts of the economy, there’s fear they could spread elsewhere.

Does Louisiana have a WARN Act?

While Louisiana has no layoff notice requirements of its own, state agencies assist in enforcing the requirements of the federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN Act).

How do you know if a layoff is coming?

Signs That a Layoff is Coming
  • Dire earnings reports or missed revenue goals. This should be at the top of your early warning list. …
  • Executives leaving in droves. …
  • Risky pivots or strategic gambles. …
  • Hiring freezes. …
  • Bad press. …
  • Budget cuts. …
  • Your boss is being shady.

Do laid off employees get rehired?

Employers frequently rehire laid-off workers. It tends to be more cost-effective than recruiting and hiring someone out of network, and the institutional knowledge is invaluable. It also demonstrates loyalty to solid employees.

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