Hamm's Bear

[AlbertaFarmer5]

Agstar and Chucky got to him?

Or did big wheel hack his account and is posting under the influence as usual?

[LEP]

One of the toughest things to manage is employees. You have invested much time and money in training. But they are all individuals. Some you have trouble tolerating but they are good workers with talent. Others are great people but leave much to desire on the operational side.
Add a tight labor market and you sometimes wonder who runs the show.

I know a guy who every couple years cleans house. Not my style but I kiinda understand where he is coming from.

[Rareearth]

With employees it boils down to trust and communication.

Actually talking to them on a daily basis, talking business mixed with personal.
Why were they late for work, type questions should be answered honestly, same with other issues on the farm( break downs, repairs, etc) if they are outright lying or not telling the whole truth its a major problem - trust. If there are trust issues on simple or easy things it can get a lot worse fast.

[TOM4CWB]

One of the toughest things to manage is employees. You have invested much time and money in training. But they are all individuals. Some you have trouble tolerating but they are good workers with talent. Others are great people but leave much to desire on the operational side.
Add a tight labor market and you sometimes wonder who runs the show.

I know a guy who every couple years cleans house. Not my style but I kiinda understand where he is coming from.

Blackpowder I would get good legal advice before proceeding.

We accepted a resignation letter, then had 3 years that we got legal defence bills . Anyone can file legal actions... and you must defend against them... you need a non disclosure agreement and be sure severance and past employee benefits agreed and signed off. Surprisingly $100k in legal bills defending against an ex-disgruntled employee... happens... like the snap of your fingers. It is both shocking and unbelievable what can happen... believe me... the personal hours spent, fighting such actions... on top of legal defence cost... will astound you.

You need to be Obie One... with the wisdom of 'Solomon'; and the patience of 'Job'... if you have worked with them over 5 years... 10 or more years really gets expensive. If they have ever started legal actions themselves... personally... an 'Iron man' suit may be required.

Cheers and Blessings.... Notley really created a hornets nest.

[TOM4CWB]

Blackpowder I would get good legal advice before proceeding.

We accepted a resignation letter, then had 3 years that we got legal defence bills . Anyone can file legal actions... and you must defend against them... you need a non disclosure agreement and be sure severance and past employee benefits agreed and signed off. Surprisingly $100k in legal bills defending against an ex-disgruntled employee... happens... like the snap of your fingers. It is both shocking and unbelievable what can happen... believe me... the personal hours spent, fighting such actions... on top of legal defence cost... will astound you.

You need to be Obie One... with the wisdom of 'Solomon'; and the patience of 'Job'... if you have worked with them over 5 years... 10 or more years really gets expensive. If they have ever started legal actions themselves... personally... an 'Iron man' suit may be required.

Cheers and Blessings.... Notley really created a hornets nest.

P.S. If they 'think' you have 'deep pockets'... and have even hinted they deserve some of the farm... then be prepared ... an arbitration settlement may be the least costly. They can make divorce settlements look like childs play.

[blackpowder]

Tom I really value your input.
New question. How do you find a lawyer that does his job and doesn't milk you?

[TOM4CWB]

Tom I really value your input.
New question. How do you find a lawyer that does his job and doesn't milk you?

Perhaps the legal counsel that you trusted the best in your other legal dealings, could be your realistic beginning point.

No ‘easy’ answers… risk management is a volatile craft in 2022… your mental protection and that of your family is what is at risk… an ounce of preparation is worth a pound of cure.

All the Best

[shtferbrains]

P.S. If they 'think' you have 'deep pockets'... and have even hinted they deserve some of the farm... then be prepared ... an arbitration settlement may be the least costly. They can make divorce settlements look like childs play.

Are you referring to the bill from the lawyer or the settlement to the former employee?

[seldomseen]

Kind of a struggle for my simple brain to follow.
No employees around my farm just simple me and I like it that way because it’s simple😁

[blackpowder]

Kind of a struggle for my simple brain to follow.
No employees around around my farm just simple me and I like it that way because it’s simple😁

I believe a man can consider himself a success if he never needs a lawyer.
But the world is neither simple or fair.
Employees or women, you never know what tomorrow brings.

[seldomseen]

I should also say
Best of luck with all that you are dealing with Blackpowder. Hope it all works all for you.

[blackpowder]

Thank you.
I post crap sometimes when I'm worked up. I appreciate being able to do so. And I'm happy to pass on any lessons. Ask me anything lol.
Hopefully funny sometimes.
Heck it's all farm related isn't it?
My Asperger's doesn't allow me to do grey and life is full of it.
I'm fiercely loyal and it rocks me when others aren't.