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We have been told that if you work in the construction field, that you are not entitled to any severance. I have been with my company for 29 years, I am almost 61,we are in the construction field, working mostly for the oil company's. Lately it seems that the company is pushing the senior guys out. Leaving some to sit at home for months claiming that there is not enough work, until they have to quit. It hasn't happened to me yet but my turn may be coming soon.
You are absolutely entitled to severance if they let you go. In fact, you would be owed 24 months pay. You would also be owed this if they decided to lay you off temporarily. If any of that happens, please give us a call right away.