This notice period, or payment provided instead of working notice, are intended to compensate employees for losses a period of reasonable notice. (slaw.ca)
Either he'll have to raise money from investors, who will want sizable chunks of equity, or he'll have to compensate employees with shares. (inc.com)
An employer shall not be required to compensate an employee receiving reasonable break time under paragraph (1) for any work time spent for such purpose. (momspumphere.com)