#layoff

https://kobi5.com/news/top-stories/asante-begins-layoffs-as-ceo-anticipated-308236/

Every time I survived. The only reason I stay is because I refuse to leave severance on the table after spending almost two decades here. The way it's been going, I'll retire before they lay me off, with my luck.

Looks like we’re getting hit every three months. No wonder morale is in the gutter.

As in July or August?

I've heard some people had to wait for a few months and I'm having trouble believing that.

The management is chanting "AI" in every meeting, even the office plants know the next layoff is coming soon. Stop waiting for the axe to cut your head. If you’re eyeing the exit, get your interview script ready. If you’re worried about the bank account, find a side hustle. If you’re the sharpest technical mind in the room, stop fixing your manager's broken Excel formuls, let them figure out how to "AI" their way out of a circular reference. If you possess knowledge within your team that others do not, stop sharing it; Your kindness is pushing your own head into a noose.

@b9+1kr2g8fby is 100% right.

An employee reportedly forfeited an $80,000 payout. This followed a casual comment made during an exit interview. The worker was initially laid off and anticipated the payment. The company reportedly changed his termination status. Consequently, the expected severance was then withdrawn.

https://m.economictimes.com/us/life/employee-expected-80000-severance-after-layoff-but-one-casual-remark-during-hrs-exit-interview-cost-him-the-entire-payout-and-changed-his-termination-status/amp_articleshow/131305156.cms

U.S. layoffs reached 5.2 million by March 2026. The tech sector saw significant job cuts. Major tech companies reduced staff, citing AI shifts. Many terminated workers lose their group life insurance. Experts advise against relying solely on employer-provided coverage.

https://www.usnews.com/insurance/life-insurance/layoffs-personal-life-insurance-2026

Methuen police leadership seeks a civil service law exemption. This change would base demotions on time in rank. Current civil service rules consider total employment time. The City Council gave initial approval to this proposal. State legislature adoption is still required for the change.

Methuen, Massachusetts

https://www.eagletribune.com/news/merrimack_valley/city-seeks-modification-to-civil-service-rules-in-the-event-of-layoffs/article_d3b0ce4f-8d7e-4094-87bc-c6abaef5b5b0.html

Montgomery County Public Schools is offering a retirement buyout. This initiative aims to prevent employee layoffs. Eligible employees can receive a one-time payment of $10,000 or $12,000. The deadline for voluntary retirement applications is June 5. This action follows a $36 million shortfall in the school district's operating budget.

Montgomery County, Maryland

https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/education/mcps-employees-offered-retirement-buyout-avoid-layoffs/65-53278fbf-bbec-4490-890f-850406c26167

Fewer teachers will work in the Palm Beach County School District this fall. The district anticipates position eliminations. Subsequent layoffs are also expected. This follows a 3.5% raise approved for teachers. Enrollment falls contributed to the decision.

Palm Beach County, Florida

https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/education/2026/05/27/palm-beach-county-teachers-raises-layoffs/90259750007/

Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools announced layoffs. Seventy-nine employees were impacted by these job reductions. This occurred days after the county board voted to keep the school open. The school cited operational and financial realities for the cuts. It aims to strengthen academics and ensure long-term sustainability.

Sacramento, California

https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/california/highlands-charter-school-announces-layoffs-days-after-county-vote-keeps-school-open/103-b29a26dc-efc6-40f4-b7a0-9770c59766cc

Over 7,350 layoffs have been announced across New Jersey for 2026. These job cuts are detailed in WARN notices filed with the state. Major sectors like retail, healthcare, finance, and logistics are affected. Companies such as Amazon, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Bristol Myers Squibb are reducing staff. This wave of layoffs raises concerns about the state's economic stability.

New Jersey

https://www.shorenewsnetwork.com/has-new-jerseys-economic-bubble-burst-more-than-7300-layoffs-announced-at-major-companies/

Many workers report being laid off, only to see similar roles reposted later. Employment attorney Chiquita Hall-Jackson calls this a "quiet repost" and sees it often. This practice can create significant legal exposure for employers, potentially leading to lawsuits. Workers should examine layoff demographics and document all workplace communications. Understanding legal rights during layoffs is crucial as job security evolves.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jasminebrowley/2026/05/26/the-layoff-loophole-workers-need-to-watch-for/

I'm going to be such a mess before it finally happens. Not gonna lie, this feels like psychological torture to me.

I've heard the rumor both in the office and on layoffs.com - not sure how realistic is to expect that?

Do you have any info on this (BTD and BTC Layoffs - Q3/Q4 Prediction)? Given the stock valuation they will have to find $$$ somewhere. Chime in if you have any info.

I work for Avis Budget in Reno, NV as a car washer. But only until June 5th because then they have decided to lay off all car washers and drivers and replace us entirely with temps.

I'm not asking if there is a LR or not (we're past that) but % wise

because of transition to Cognizant. I am from Costa Rica as a CS rep and my manager mentioned today that there will be no lay offs in the coming future? Majority of my counter parts in MN are doing zero work and most of the projects are put on hold. Hope someone in the top management has a clue of whats going on. Its very bad to put all the employees in this unknown state.

https://martech.org/what-intuits-layoffs-mean-for-mailchimp-customers/

Get ready. The layoffs are happening.

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Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) announced significant layoffs. The company plans to cut 267 jobs in Washington. An additional 53 employees in South Dakota will also be affected. These actions are ahead of potential distribution rights or operations takeovers. RNDC also issued WARN notices for nearly 150 layoffs in Oregon last week.

https://www.bevnet.com/spirits/2026/rndc-layoffs-continue-in-wa-sd-ahead-of-potential-deals

Kevin Hart addressed recent reports about his media company, Hartbeat. He dismissed claims of internal turmoil and employee concerns as exaggerated. Hart called the company's restructuring a strategic business move. This action aims to maintain strong financial performance. He confirmed Hartbeat remains creatively active with its leadership intact.

https://thegrio.com/2026/05/26/kevin-hart-addresses-hartbeat-layoffs-restructuring/

An Acme Markets store in Edgewater, North Jersey will close. This closure is scheduled for around August 15, 2026. The supermarket is losing its lease at the Edgewater Commons. As a result, 115 positions will be eliminated. Albertsons, Acme's parent company, aims to relocate affected employees.

Edgewater, New Jersey

https://njbiz.com/acme-edgewater-supermarket-115-layoffs/

Terms in platinum in Texas and maybe org wide including all mid markets. Announcement this week and term by the 1st

I know the paper work says up to 60 days from the time it's requested. Im just asking if that is the norm or is it usually faster from folks who have taken this option.

you can’t keep bringing in h1b workers and h1/l1 contractors, then turn around and lay off u.s. citizens and permanent residents in the same job profiles like nobody is going to notice.

maybe there is some legal explanation buried in the paperwork. maybe.

but from the outside, it looks pretty simple: replace domestic workers with visa-dependent labor, call it “restructuring,” and hope everyone is too tired or too scared to push back.

someone should be looking at this closely. not with another internal review. with subpoenas.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ehlx1LuOleg&list=PLuneDCBwLKdnIl9DmQs-Q-FwaK2W8FVh8

That are your thoughts?

Should I open a wager on PolyMarkets?

They shut down second shift. No one is talking. Can’t see this circus lasting much longer.

So, I was told two of my positions i interviewed for are no longer available. Just FYI, any one who was interviewing for a position prior to the restructuring will most likely get an email saying: due to business needs, this position is no longer available

The rumors have been floating around for weeks now that more is coming, but nothing official just yet. Has anyone heard a date or even a rough timeline for when the next round is supposed to start?

Best advice I got when I was laid off a few years ago was to treat job hunting like a full time job. Job hunt and interview for the full work day, but constrain it to work hours. Take breaks, meet people for lunch, and most importantly sign off at a reasonable time. Enjoy your evening best you can.

Bumping this from @b0+1kr24ryf6, more people should read it.

This doesn’t feel like isolated cuts anymore. It feels more like they’re opening and closing the faucet so they don’t flood the house all at once. But the flood still feels like the end goal, just delivered gradually enough that people get used to it.

Is there any advantage to informing HR about retirement plans ahead of time? With the possibility of layoffs and severance packages at Bank, I’m unsure whether I should let HR know that I’m planning to retire in July. I would also be eligible for a half-year bonus since I have 10+ years. Could notifying HR about my retirement plans affect my chances of being included in a layoff or receiving severance?

How long does your insurance last if you get laid off or quit? Until the end of the month or end of the current pay cycle.

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/05/250-nj-jobs-at-risk-as-pharma-company-announces-more-layoffs.html