Unless California has different laws than other work-for-hire states, you don't need to say anything. Your services are no longer required, here's your exit pac

Unless California has different laws than other work-for-hire states, you don't need to say anything. Your services are no longer required, here's your exit package, have a good day. The idea that this needs to be a conversation is odd, and many will say opens you up to legal scrutiny. As this case shows.