NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT

(Wyoming – At-Will Employment)

[DATE]

Via [Delivery Method: Hand / Certified Mail / Email]

[EMPLOYEE NAME]
[EMPLOYEE ADDRESS]
[CITY, STATE ZIP]

Re: Termination of Employment – Effective [EFFECTIVE TERMINATION DATE]

I. PARTIES & EFFECTIVE DATE

1.1 Employer: [COMPANY LEGAL NAME], a [STATE OF INCORP.] [ENTITY TYPE] with its principal place of business at [ADDRESS] (“Company”).
1.2 Employee: [EMPLOYEE NAME], currently holding the position of [TITLE] (“Employee”).
1.3 Effective Date: This Notice is effective on [EFFECTIVE TERMINATION DATE] (“Termination Date”).

[// GUIDANCE: Insert a Termination Date that allows sufficient internal processing time to comply with Wyoming’s final-pay rule in Section IV.]

II. AT-WILL STATUS & REASON FOR TERMINATION

2.1 At-Will Employment. Employee has been employed on an at-will basis; accordingly, either party may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause, subject to applicable law.
2.2 Reason for Termination. [SELECT ONE]
(a) Performance-Based. After prior counseling and warnings on [DATES], Employee has not met the performance standards required for the position.
(b) Policy Violation. On [DATE], Employee violated Company policy [POLICY NAME].
(c) Position Elimination / Reduction in Force. The position is being eliminated due to [BUSINESS REASON].
(d) No Stated Reason. The Company elects to terminate employment without further explanation, consistent with Wyoming’s at-will doctrine.

[// GUIDANCE: Including a concise, factual reason helps defend against wrongful-termination or discrimination claims; omit only after risk assessment by counsel.]

III. TERMINATION NOTICE

3.1 Termination. Employee’s employment with Company shall cease as of the Termination Date. Employee shall not perform any work for the Company after such date unless expressly requested in writing by an authorized representative.
3.2 Access. All Company systems access will be disabled as of close of business on the Termination Date.

IV. FINAL WAGES & ACCRUED BENEFITS

4.1 Final Paycheck. Pursuant to Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 27-4-104(a) (2023), all unpaid wages earned through the Termination Date, including any accrued and unused vacation payable under Company policy, will be provided no later than the earlier of (i) five (5) business days after the Termination Date or (ii) the next regular payday.
4.2 Delivery Method. Final wages will be delivered by [CHECK / DIRECT DEPOSIT / OTHER] to [DELIVERY ADDRESS / BANK INFO] on or before [PAYMENT DATE].
4.3 Deductions. Standard withholding taxes and any authorized or legally permitted deductions will be applied.

V. HEALTH BENEFITS – COBRA NOTICE

5.1 Continuation Coverage. Group health insurance coverage will terminate at 11:59 p.m. MT on the Termination Date, subject to continuation rights under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (“COBRA”).
5.2 COBRA Packet. A separate COBRA election notice, premium schedule, and election form will be mailed by the plan administrator to Employee’s last known address within the statutory timeframe.
5.3 Deadline to Elect. Employee has sixty (60) days from the later of the notice date or loss of coverage to elect COBRA continuation.

[// GUIDANCE: For employers with <20 employees on the plan, consult counsel regarding mini-COBRA options; Wyoming has no separate statute but insurers may provide conversion coverage.]

VI. UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE INFORMATION

6.1 Eligibility. Employee may be eligible for unemployment benefits administered by the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (“DWS”).
6.2 Claim Process. Claims can be filed online at https://wyui.wyo.gov or by calling (307) 473-3789.
6.3 Company Cooperation. The Company will promptly and accurately respond to DWS inquiries consistent with its legal obligations.

[// GUIDANCE: Employers must provide accurate separation information to avoid chargeable errors and penalties.]

VII. POST-EMPLOYMENT OBLIGATIONS

7.1 Confidentiality. Employee remains bound by the confidentiality, proprietary information, and non-disparagement provisions of the [CONFIDENTIALITY / EMPLOYMENT / SEPARATION] Agreement(s) previously executed.
7.2 Restrictive Covenants. Any non-competition or non-solicitation covenants contained in prior agreements remain in full force and effect in accordance with their terms.
7.3 Return of Company Property.
(a) Due Date. All Company property, including keys, ID badges, vehicles, computers, documents, and electronically stored information, must be returned no later than [RETURN DATE].
(b) Condition. Property shall be returned in good working order, reasonable wear and tear excepted.
(c) Security & Confidentiality. Employee must permanently delete any Company data residing on personal devices and certify such deletion upon request.

VIII. REFERENCES & VERIFICATION INQUIRIES

8.1 Company Policy. The Company’s policy is to respond to reference requests by confirming only dates of employment, last position held, and, if authorized in writing by Employee, final salary.
8.2 Verification Contact. All inquiries should be directed to [HR CONTACT NAME, TITLE, PHONE, EMAIL].

IX. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

9.1 Governing Law. This Notice and any disputes arising hereunder shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Wyoming, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles.
9.2 Forum. The state courts located in [COUNTY], Wyoming shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any proceeding relating to this Notice.

[// GUIDANCE: Metadata specifies “state_court” forum selection and no arbitration or jury waiver; adjust if Company’s broader employment agreements contain differing dispute provisions.]

X. NO CONTRACTUAL MODIFICATION

10.1 No Alteration of At-Will Status. Nothing in this Notice creates an express or implied contract, guarantee of continued employment, or alteration of the at-will relationship prior to the Termination Date.
10.2 Severability. If any provision herein is held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder shall remain in full force and effect.

XI. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RECEIPT

Please sign below to acknowledge receipt of this Notice. Your signature does not signify agreement with the content, only that you have received it.

Return the signed acknowledgment to [HR CONTACT] by [DATE].

XII. COMPANY SIGNATURE

[// GUIDANCE:
1. Retain a copy in the personnel file; provide original to Employee.
2. Attach or enclose (i) WY Dept. of Workforce Services unemployment information sheet, (ii) COBRA packet, (iii) final paycheck or wage statement (if delivered with Notice).
3. If offering severance, issue a separate Severance Agreement that complies with the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act (OWBPA) and other federal/state laws.]