Distress Termination

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Definition: Distress Termination


Distress Termination


Full Definition of Distress Termination


A situation that arises when a benefit plan lacks the funds needed to continue to pay out the benefits earned by employees. Distress termination allows a company to escape benefit responsibilities in order to avoid or delay the complete shutdown of the company.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Distress Termination are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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