Add Comment Question: Hi there Yesterday I got a visit from HR and my Regional Manager and they let me know they are separating and ceasing my employment with the company. They offered me a separation package and it was enhanced to 8 weeks pay from the 4 weeks pay that was indicated on my employment agreement letter. They stated decline in business and my leadership underperformance. There has been no conversations with me directly about my personal leadership performance. No year end Review given to me in April / May when reviews were given. I have been with this employer for just over a year and inherited a underperforming store from day one as well as operational and people opportunities. Any advice would be welcomed as I have once week to sign the Release form and accept enhanced package. Answer: Generally an employer has the ability to terminate you at any time, without even having to provide you with a reason why, as long as it is on a without cause basis such that they pay you your severance entitlements. I have copied for you below a link to our Severance Pay Calculator, which can provide you with an estimate as to what you might be entitled to. However, severance can sometimes be impacted by written employment agreements. It is always a good idea to review your package with a lawyer before signing the Release, as in most cases the offer will not be sufficient. If you would like one of our employment lawyers to review the package with you, please contact the number below. https://www.severancepaycalculator.com/online-severance-calculator/ 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.