Severance Package Evaluation Tips

Summary

In California, employers are not obligated to provide severance pay unless specified in a contract. Carefully review the severance package terms, including payment, benefits, and any non-compete agreements. Consulting with a lawyer can help you fully understand the implications. Consider your performance history and tenure when evaluating the offer.

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Background - Position: Director of Engineering - Company: OpenTable (Kayak Software Corp.) - Tenure: 11 years - Location: Based in California - Performance History: Positive overall, with prior year-end performance ratings between *.* and *.*, multiple promotions, and no prior PIPs or formal disciplinary actions.
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