Suddenly Laid Off By Your Employer?

If you’ve been suddenly laid off by your employer, here are a few steps you might consider taking:

-Check your employment contract or company policies to see if you are entitled to any severance pay or benefits.

-File for unemployment benefits as soon as possible.

-Consider whether you may have a legal claim against your employer, such as for wrongful termination or discrimination.

-Reach out to your network to see if anyone knows of any job openings or can provide a referral.

-Update your resume and start applying for new jobs.

-Take care of your mental health during this difficult time. Reach out to friends, family, or a therapist for support.

-Don’t sign any severance agreement or release without fully understanding the terms and consulting with an attorney if necessary.

-Don’t badmouth your former employer on social media or to potential employers.

-Don’t destroy or take any company property with you when you leave.

-Don’t let your emotions get the best of you. Avoid lashing out at your former employer or co-workers, even if you feel angry or frustrated.

In short, these points will help you maximize potential benefits while preventing the filing of criminal and civil claims by the employer against the terminated employee.

Please don’t hesitate to contact the Law Office of Ashton E. Thomas for additional guidance.