We use 'fire and rehire' as the main term in our content. But we need to:
- explain what it means
- include the legal term 'dismissal and re-engagement' once
When to use this pattern
Use this pattern when you first mention fire and rehire.
The pattern
[intro specific to the topic where 'fire and rehire' is first mentioned]. [This / Fire and rehire] means dismissing someone, then rehiring them on worse terms and conditions.
The legal term is 'dismissal and re-engagement'.
Example
Proposing to 'fire and rehire' an employee should be a last resort. Fire and rehire means dismissing someone then rehiring them on worse terms and conditions.
The legal term is 'dismissal and re-engagement'.
Things to remember
You can use fire and rehire in headings before you use this content pattern.
You can adapt the content pattern slightly depending on the content. For example, using 'you' if you're writing to a single audience.
Use quote marks around the first mention of fire and rehire. Do not use quote marks after that.