Understanding Severance Agreements
Some companies offer what is known as a, “Severance Agreement” as part of their employment termination package. If you suspect there is a brewing case against the employer for unpaid wages, commissions, bonuses, or your job termination was due to a protected characteristic such as age, disability, FMLA, or pregnancy it is best to consult an experienced employee lawyer to find out if bringing a lawsuit is appropriate. It is also possible severance is being offered to an employee who engaged in whistleblowing by complaining about unlawful conduct in the workplace. Finally, if a victim of sexual harassment is being asked to leave because the company does not want to transfer or fire the sexual harasser severance is generally not the way to go, a lawsuit is the answer. Call (714) 210-8000 to find out whether a real employment lawyer (not a secretary) thinks you should forget about the severance and sue your employer.
Before agreeing to a severance package, it is wise to review the terms with an employment lawyer to ensure that you are being offered a reasonable package. Severance pay is often offered because the employee has what would be a good employment lawsuit. In those situations accepting a severance payment is not wise. A few weeks or months pay is not acceptable compensation if you were defrauded into accepting employment, or you are being fired because you are a whistle blower. Likewise, victims of sexual harassment who are being forced out because they have complained of sexual harassment or rejected the advances of a supervisor should not sign their rights away for little compensation in a severance agreement. Only experienced employment lawyers like Karl Gerber, who has handled more than 2,000 employment cases, can properly advise you what your potential job claims might be worth.
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The Employment Lawyers Group can provide the counsel and representation you’re looking for. Attorney Karl Gerber has been selected for inclusion in California Super Lawyers® many years since 2010, proving our firm’s commitment to excellence and success. Contact our offices now (714) 210-8000 for a consultation to learn how we could assist you with your severance agreement situation.
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