Refuse, quit, or are fired from a job. Receive other income. Attend school or training full-time without Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) approval. Become self-employed.
A termination clause is a provision in the employment contract that defines the rights of the employee at the termination of the employment relationship. It typically determines how much notice period and severance an employee is entitled to when the termination is on a without-cause basis.
These reasons may include poor work performance, misconduct or a failure to follow company rules. Despite firing an employee for poor performance, employers sometimes provide severance if they believe the employee was not entirely at fault. For example, the requirements of the position may have changed over time.
What is the downside to severance? The downside to severance includes financial drawbacks such as loss of steady income, potential loss of benefits, and uncertainty about future job prospects, as well as the impact on retirement savings and benefits.
Basically, a severance agreement is a waiver or release of liability that the outgoing employee signs, protecting the business from lawsuits. These agreements are usually part of a larger severance package that includes compensation, outplacement services, and other benefits in exchange for the employee's signature.