true definition of severance

Philadelphia, PA Viewed 13 times. Posted 2 months ago in Employment / Labor

After working as a billing manager for a medical practice for 18 years, I was laid off because the billing was outsourced. My employer offered me eight weeks severance to be paid over 12 weeks. The stipulation for this severance was that I have to be available for any questions or problems they may have at any time. Is this legal?

Answers (1)

Herbert J Tan

This attorney is licensed in Dist. of Columbia. Posted 2 months ago.

Remember, a severance is still a contract between parties which can contain certain promises and restrictions. I believe that request is within reason and would be allowed.

My follow up question would be whether the 8 weeks was negotiated by an attorney or just their initial offer.

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