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    Jun 9, 2010, 09:32 AM
    Is job termination by email legal in virginia
    I would like to know if it is legal in the state of Virginia to fire someone by e-mail?
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    Jun 9, 2010, 09:33 AM
    Why wouldn't it be?
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    Jun 9, 2010, 09:35 AM
    It's a coward's way out, but I don't think it's illegal as you are creating a paper trail.

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