Massachusetts is an at-will employment state, which means you can either be fired or quit with or without notice. The two week notice is a courtesy.I am resigning from my position in Massachusetts. I gave 3 weeks notice, but my employer is telling me that I am required to give 4 weeks notice. 149, § 148 Payment of wages. It is always better to have resigned from a job than having been fired from one. The main difference is in the ability to draw unemployment benefits. We've rounded up tips and examples for writing a resignation letter that'll help you maintain work relationships long after leaving a company. I would like to inform you that I am resigning from my position as (position name). Fill out the form to access a sample of Practical Guidance.