Layoffs have become so common that no industry is immune to the overall effect the economic recession is having on all fronts. Even in the illustrious world of advertising, you may get laid off your job due to slowing demand for services and products. The government has many services and resources fro laid off workers and even promote counseling which would allow you to transition from a long life in the workforce to the jobless ranks. Rapid Services have been introduced to minimize the effects of the economy on the common worker to help them understand the full range of benefits they may have at their disposal the government is offering. Mass layoffs due to closure of plants fall under the WARN act which encompasses layoffs of more than 50 workers at a single instance. You as the employee and your employer have specific roles to make the process legal, non-compliance can result in prosecution by the courts for unfair labor activity.
