Subject: North Carolina Sample WARN Notification Letter — General Employee Notice Dear [Employee's Name], We are contacting you today to provide important information regarding our organization and the current workforce situation. In compliance with the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act, we are obligated to inform you that changes may be occurring within our company that could potentially affect your employment. As of now, we want to emphasize that this notice is a precautionary measure to ensure transparency and to keep you informed about any possible developments that might impact your job. Please note that we are committed to minimizing the impact on our valued employees, and we are exploring various possibilities to explore alternative solutions. To give you a better understanding of the WARN Act and how it relates to your employment, we have prepared a detailed description of its provisions: 1. What is the WARN Act? The WARN Act, short for Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, is a United States labor law that provides protection to workers and their communities by requiring employers to provide advance notice in case of plant closings, layoffs, or large-scale workforce reductions. The act aims to allow employees adequate time to seek alternative employment or pursue retraining opportunities. 2. Types of Actions Covered by WARN Act: a) Plant Closing: This refers to the permanent or temporary shutdown of a facility or a unit within an organization that results in job losses exceeding a specified threshold. b) Mass Layoff: When a company implements job cuts that affect a certain number or percentage of employees within a specified timeframe, it is considered a mass layoff. c) Termination of Operations/Relocation: This occurs when a substantial part or an entire organization relocates or terminates its operations, resulting in significant job losses. 3. Notification Requirements: Employers covered under the WARN Act are obligated to provide written notice to affected employees, relevant state dislocated worker units, and local government officials at least 60 calendar days before the planned actions take effect. This provides employees with sufficient time to make adjustments, seek alternative employment, or arrange for necessary retraining programs. 4. Exceptions to the 60-Day Notice Period: Some exceptions to the 60-day notice period may apply under specific circumstances, such as sudden business circumstances beyond the employer's control (e.g., unforeseeable natural disasters, financial circumstances), or when the employer is actively seeking capital to continue operations. Please note that at this time, we are not announcing any specific actions that would lead to job losses. However, we want to ensure that you are informed and understand your rights under the WARN Act in the event such developments occur. Rest assured, our commitment to our employees' well-being and livelihood remains a top priority. We will continue to explore all available options to mitigate any potential adverse effects on our workforce and the community. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this notice or the WARN Act, please feel free to reach out to our HR department, who will be available to provide further information and guidance. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Organization]