Hi, I'm in sales and have some huge contracts looming to be signed in the next 90 days that have been 12+ months in the works. If I was let go, would I have any action if they signed these deals right after I was let go? Is there a window that is standard? For context, I've been at my role for 2+ years and have a base salary plus commission.

Hi there, in order to have a completely clear picture of your entitlements in the circumstances that you have set out above, we would need to review the terms and conditions of your employment, and your commission plan.

Certainly, you would have a very strong argument for entitlement to the commissions if the deals were closed within your reasonable notice period following the termination of your employment. Your employer would have had to specifically contract for the right to deprive you of such payments.

Furthermore, if it can be shown that your employer conspired to terminate your employment so as to deprive you of the commissions, you could seek bad faith damages.

Again, to provide you with a more specific answer, our staff lawyers would need to review your employment agreement and commissions plan. Contact our firm at the number below. One of our staff lawyers would be more than happy to discuss your concerns, and help you to better understand your rights.