SERVICES | ![]() | Services » Executive Dismissal – Specific IssuesConstructive dismissalConstructive dismissal is akin to being dismissed, but without being told that this is the case. Constructive dismissals are often imposed upon executives or managers with the goal of making them leave their employment without compensation. Signs of Constructive DismissalSigns of constructive dismissal can include:
With that said, what constitutes constructive dismissal varies on a case by case basis. This is a very complex legal concept and it is always important not to jump to conclusions before properly reviewing the facts. Nowadays, constructive dismissal is often carried out more subtly. The legal definition of constructive dismissal includes: . Wrongful dismissalWrongful dismissal covers many different situations. If an executive or manager has lost their job for any reason other than a legitimate reason, then they have been wrongfully dismissed and should contact a wrongful dismissal lawyer. This can include, but is not limited to:
If you have been subject to wrongful dismissal, that gives you rights under the law and you should consult a lawyer. A wrongful dismissal lawyer can help you with financial compensation and possibly reintegration. . Severance PayIf an executive or manager has been dismissed or forced out of their employment, they may be entitled to a severance pay package. Severance pay is often offered by the employer, however, in many cases, that package is not a fair one. Before accepting a severance pay package, you should always consult an expert to make sure the offer is fair. If the package is fair and the terms are fair, in most cases the offered severance package should be accepted. However, if the severance pay package is unfair, to ensure the best possible result it is important to engage an advisor. . Severance Pay DisputesSeverance pay disputes often begin with negotiations but may continue on to litigation. In spite of how negotiations are often portrayed in legal dramas, it is worthwhile to invest substantial efforts in negotiating because, when properly done, it frequently prevents the need to invest substantial time, stress, and expense in litigation for an uncertain result. In negotiations both parties have to agree to a certain result, which means that the amount of severance pay and terms an executive and employer agree to in negotiations can’t be overturned on an appeal. . Severance Pay NegotiationsSeverance package negotiations are highly strategic. Employers frequently have years of experience across several dozens of cases (if not more) where they have negotiated them. Bringing in a respected advisor right from the start will generally force the employer to act more fairly and set the tone for fair and productive negotiations. A trusted and experienced employment lawyer can help ensure that the employer pays what the executive deserves and that the terms and conditions are also fair. Age DiscriminationAge discrimination is when older executives or managers are subjected to pressure to leave their position. This can be done in many ways. Signs of age discrimination may include:
Age discrimination is exemplified by people treating older executives or managers less respectfully in certain circumstances. Employers can unfairly and falsely presume that they do not possess a modern outlook and that they are not innovative. Employers may also assume that older executives are looking to retire shortly and cannot be part of any long term plans. Often these assumptions are wrong, but they nonetheless can lead employers to subtly (or not so subtly) try to push those executives to leave. If you have experienced any of the signs listed above, you may have been subjected to age discrimination and should consult an employment lawyer to help you ameliorate your situation. |
