asked to waive benefit in order to get severance pay

a 45 yr. old woman is being laid off. She has 23 yrs. with large retail company. Employee handbook says, after 20 yrs, employee receives lifetime discount. She is asked to sign a waiver rescinding discount in return for severance package. Is this legal?

1 answer  |  asked Oct 10, 2001 02:52 AM [EST]  |  applies to California

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Janet M. Koehn
older workers benefit protection act

it may be illegal under the owbpa. you (she) should consult with an attorney experienced in employment law. if you are (she is) in southern california, please call me for a phone consultation.
janet koehn
805-658-0655

posted by Janet M. Koehn  |  Oct 10, 2001 10:18 AM [EST]

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