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Skilled and Experienced Severance Agreement Attorney

While no lawyer can claim to be the “best” severance agreement attorney, and we do not make that claim either, our results speak for themselves. UELG’s Severance Agreement Attorneys can help you navigate the repercussions of job termination, whether or not your employer offers a severance package, and can help to protect your rights if the termination was unlawful. Employment in California is “at will.” This means that your employer does not need a cause to terminate you as long as the termination is not based on an illegal reason. However, if the termination is based on an illegal reason, that can be a problem.

An illegitimate reason for termination can be based on factors such as age, race, national origin, or religion, and other characteristics. California’s Civil Rights Department (CRD) and the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) are agencies that strive to enforce, respectively, California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), the federal Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (Title VII), and other state and federal anti-discrimination laws. These laws are designed to protect workers from discrimination on the basis of protected characteristics (such as race, age, sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, disability and other protected classes).

What is a Severance Package?

If you are facing termination of your employment, you and your employer may come to an agreement that entitles you to monetary compensation, in the form of a severance package. With a severance package, you will receive payment in exchange for signing a separation agreement, which is typically required in order for you to obtain that compensation. If you and your employer decide to enter into a separation agreement, your employer will likely include in the separation agreement a release of any and all claims you may have against the employer, such as, for example, wrongful termination or unpaid wages. It is important to speak to an attorney before signing a severance agreement.

The specific money amount you’ll receive as part of your severance package depends on many factors, some of which include:

As a fired employee, you may be able to negotiate a severance package, but it is wise to consult an employment law firm before doing so. Legal representation can help to ensure that any issues involving provisions of the California Labor Code and other pertinent California laws, as well as the federal Fair Labor Standards Act laws, are raised and discussed and that your interests are protected.

Contact UELG's Experienced Severance Agreement Attorney.

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The Type of Compensation Awarded in a Severance Package

Your employer's initial severance offer may be low. Many employers may undercut their first severance pay offer in hopes that the employee will accept, without question. However, you may be able to negotiate a larger severance package. Further, various potential unlawful practices by the employer during employment, such as retaliation, workplace discrimination, or a hostile work environment, may entitle you to more money than your company initially offers.
Common types of additional compensation in a severance package that may stem from unlawful employer practices during employment (such as wrongful termination or discrimination, for example) can include:

Back Pay: This is all the money you would have earned if you weren’t unjustly fired. This can includes unpaid wages, vacation time, sick leave, health insurance, and pension benefits.
Attorney Fees: You can request that your employer pay your attorney’s fees.
Non-economic Damages: Payment to compensate for humiliation, pain and suffering, emotional distress and loss of reputation.

What is a severance package, and why might I need an employment lawyer to review it?

A severance package is a compensation package offered by an employer to an employee upon termination, often including financial benefits and other provisions. An employment lawyer can help you understand the terms and conditions of the severance package, ensuring that it is fair and protects your legal right.

When should I consult an employment lawyer regarding my severance package?

It’s advisable to consult an employment lawyer as soon as you receive a severance package offer from your employer. The lawyer can assess the terms, provide advice on negotiating better terms, ensure legal compliance, and help protect your rights during this critical phase of employment termination.

What can an employment lawyer do to help negotiate a better severance package?

Employment lawyers are knowledgeable about and have experience with cases involving employment laws and regulations, and may be able to help you obtain a more beneficial severance package. They can evaluate the terms of the severance package and negotiate on your behalf to improve its terms, such as increasing the amount of compensation, extending benefits, addressing non-compete clauses, and ensuring a fair release of claims.

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