Being terminated or laid off is traumatic. If you are offered a separation agreement don’t sign it at the meeting. Take your time. Read it carefully. Consult with an attorney. In many cases, you have at least 21 days to decide if you want to sign it. (The...
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Bertelson Law Offices, PA Reviews and Negotiates Executive Employment Contracts
Bertelson Law Offices, PA has over 30 years of experience reviewing, evaluating, and strategically negotiating executive-level employment agreements including: Employment Contracts Severance Agreements Stock Option Agreements Non-Competition Agreements...
Is a Partner or Equity Shareholder an Employee?
When executives are offered a shareholder or partner agreement, they want to review the agreement and circumstances surrounding their work to determine whether they are an “employee” of the firm. This review has implications for their future. Individuals who are...
Baby Boomers Face Job Discrimination
Star Tribune article outlines obstacles baby boomers face during job searches: http://ow.ly/5AFT30gdHKz Our office reviews severance packages. If you were terminated and offered a severance package, feel free to give us a call.
Is your separation agreement valid?
If you receive a separation agreement it may or may not be valid. Bertelson Law Offices routinely consults with employees who are offered separation agreements. We offer a thorough review to help you determine how your particular situation would be impacted by...
Beth Bertelson is Speaking at the 2017 MPA Annual Paralegal Convention
Beth is a presenter at the MPA Annual Paralegal Convention on May 11th. She will be speaking on severance agreements and employment laws.
Can I get unemployment benefits if I receive severance pay?
Yes, but your unemployment benefits may be delayed. In a published opinion from the Minnesota Court of Appeals filed today, Menyweather v. Dept. of Employment and Economic Development, File. No. 33318420-3 (Minn. Ct. App. Dec. 7, 2015), the Court affirmed the language...
Have A Workers Comp Claim And The Employer Is Asking You To Resign Or Settle?
Before you agree to resign or settle your workers compensation claim, we recommend you talk to an employment law attorney first. While your employer may present you with an offer to settle your workers compensation claims, the agreement you are presented will often...
Told Your Job Will Be Eliminated?
If you are told your job will be eliminated, your employer may offer you a severance package. Before signing anything, it is recommended that you talk to an attorney. Bertelson Law Offices routinely consults with employees who are told their positions will be...
Considering Quitting Your Job?
Quitting your job has legal and career ramifications. Quitting can impact your ability to receive unemployment benefits. It can impact your ability to make an employment law claim and can impact the value of those claims. Despite this, one always needs to consider...