Add Comment Question: I am expecting to get laid off tomorrow. I am a sales manager. Question is when calculating my severance pay does the law use my base salary? or my on target earnings? (which is significantly higher). Thanks Answer: It is calculated on the basis of your total compensation. To get an idea of how much you would be owed use the Severance Calculator: www.severancepaycalculator.com . Please give us a call to discuss once you have your paperwork. Lior Samfiru Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.