Progressive discipline

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-003956",
  "term": "Progressive discipline",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "An employee disciplinary system that applies corrective measures in increasing degrees of severity for repeated or escalating misconduct. The process begins with less severe actions, such as verbal warnings, and moves to written warnings, suspension, and finally termination for continued infractions. This structured approach is common in unionized workplaces and is governed by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/progressive-discipline/"
}