Add Comment Question: Hello, if an employee resigns and he gives us 2 weeks notice, do we have to accept the 2 weeks notice or can we just have him leave immediately. do we owe the employee any severance pay? Answer: If you have him leave immediately then you need to pay for the 2 weeks. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.