Definition
At-will employment means either the employer or the employee can end the relationship at any time for any lawful reason, subject to exceptions and contracts.
美国自由雇佣：雇主或员工可在合法范围内随时终止关系，除非合同/法律另有规定。
Why it matters
It changes job security and severance expectations compared with notice-based systems.
Example
“At-will” does not mean anything goes; anti-discrimination and contract terms still apply.
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Last updated 2026-11-10. This is an editorial definition, not legal or tax advice.