My girlfriend was recently informed that in a week, she will be let go from her position at work. They have informed ~50% of their staff of the same. They also shot out an email, requesting all employees formally submit their resignation, in order to keep “payroll on time”
Just so anyone who may not be informed, the moment you submit a resignation, you are no longer eligible for unemployment benefits, and you should NEVER sign a resignation, unless you are either receiving benefits, or are willingly leaving the job, so as to not burn bridges in case of referrals being required.
HR is not your friend. HR was trying to actively fuck over my girlfriend and her coworkers by telling them to sign at the risk of not being paid. They have to pay you, and this is an empty threat that only benefits the company.