Add Comment Question: It's said in the letter that if I get another job my severance will be paid at 50% lump sum. Is that fair to force someone not to look for another job or getting cut off? How does one defend oneself , against such a severance terms ? Can this term be negotiated by you the lawyer with the employer ? Is this clause standard on all or most severance terms. ? Answer: It can definitely be negotiated. Use our Severance Pay Calculator (http://www.severancepaycalculator.com) to find out whether what you've been offered is fair, and give us a call at the number below to set up a confidential consultation with one of our experienced employment lawyers. 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.