In the absence of an agreement to the contrary, when an employee is discharged, regardless of the reason, the employer must: ______.

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The employer must pay wages to the expiration of the last pay period in the absence of an agreement to the contrary. COBRA compensation and severance payments are typically only offered if there is an agreement or policy in place. A severance package based on market conditions may also not be required unless specified in an agreement or policy.

In the Absence of an Agreement to the Contrary, When