Severance Package Review
Don't sign your severance offer until you know what you're really entitled to.
Why Have Your Severance Reviewed?
Most initial severance offers are significantly lower than what employees are legally entitled to. Employers often start with the minimum required by the Employment Standards Act, but common law entitlements can be 2-3x higher or more.
A professional severance review can help you understand your true entitlements and negotiate a better package—often without needing to go to court.
What We Analyze in Your Severance Package
Notice period compared to your entitlements
Severance pay calculation accuracy
Bonus and commission entitlements
Stock options and RSU considerations
Benefits continuation period
Non-compete and restrictive clauses
Release language and what you're giving up
Outplacement services and other benefits
Red Flags in Severance Offers
Watch out for these common issues that suggest you may be entitled to more:
Very short deadline to sign (less than a week)
Only offering ESA minimums with no mention of common law
Aggressive non-compete or non-solicitation clauses
Broad release language covering unrelated claims
No mention of bonus or commission entitlements
Benefits cut off immediately upon termination
Pressure tactics or threats of reducing the offer
How the Review Process Works
1
Submit Your Documents
Share your severance offer and employment details with us.
2
Lawyer Analysis
An employment lawyer reviews and calculates your entitlements.
3
Get Your Assessment
Receive clear advice on whether to sign, negotiate, or pursue legal action.
What Can a Lawyer Help You Recover?
Employees who have their severance reviewed often recover:
Several additional months of pay
Unpaid bonuses and commissions
Stock option acceleration or cash-out
Extended health benefits
Better reference letter terms
Removal of restrictive covenants