There are several ways you can leave your employment.
How you leave determines whether you get any compensation at all. Donít expect a huge severance pay if you haven''t been there for too long.
If you resign before you re made redundant, you might not
getting anything at all. If youíve been let go unfairly, you can try to take your employers to court. But that doesnít mean you will get any money back.
Most people arenít aware of what they re entitled to,
and consulting a lawyer at the time of need is not only expensive but stressful. As the old saying goes,
chance favours the prepared mind. Understand your
employment rights, as they vary from country to country. This will help you negotiate a better settlement and a more amicable departure.
The easiest way to leave is to simply quit. You may have a notice period to serve or a non-compete clause. Whether you serve it or not, you are still entitled to holiday pay (in the UK). You may want to negotiate to quit. Some people do this as a way to get promoted. But it may backfire.
Other ways to leave are detailed in an article entitled ìResignation and redundancy: understanding your legal rightsî at:
Understanding your employment rights
by Anne Ku
