Protect Yourself When Employment Ends
As an at-will employment state, Tennessee permits employers to fire workers at any time and for any reason, as long as they have not discriminated against the employee. Employers must also abide by the terms of employment contracts or severance agreements.
If you were fired or laid off and your employer violated terms of a contract, you can fight back. You will most likely need an attorney's help to protect your rights, however. Your employer will have legal counsel to protect its interests. Let the Law Office of Donald D. Zuccarello look out for you. To schedule a free consultation, please call our Nashville severance package lawyers at 800-391-4525 today.
Do You Know Your Rights?
When an employee resigns or is terminated, the employer may not treat him or her fairly. Depending on the terms of your employment, if you were fired without receiving a severance package, we may be able to negotiate for one. If your employer violated the terms of an employment contract or severance agreement, you can take the case to court.
Sometimes, employers offer severance packages only in exchange for signing a release. You may want to review these documents with an attorney to ensure your rights have not been violated.
An employment law attorney should review a severance agreement before you sign it. Severance packages may include:
- Payment for unused vacation or sick time
- Stock options
- Salary continuation
- Compensation if fired without a required notice period
You may waive numerous important rights and your ability to collect compensation if you sign the agreement without the benefit of counsel.
Tennessee Severance Benefits Attorneys
For a free consultation, please call 800-391-4525 or contact us online.
