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Hello.... I was recently laid off and was given a 1 month severence package. However, of the 3 weeks vacation time that I had, I had about 2 and a half weeks left. I was told by a colleague that
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Layoffs and Compensation for Un-used Vacation

posted at 8/4/1999 7:52 PM EDT
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Hello....

I was recently laid off and was given a 1 month severence package. However, of the 3 weeks vacation time that I had, I had about 2 and a half weeks left.

I was told by a colleague that since this was a benefit that I already earned, I should be compensated the equivalent salary of the unused portion of my vacation time as well.

Is this true?

Thanks!

"Maps"
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Layoffs and Compensation for Un-used Vacation

posted at 8/5/1999 12:29 AM EDT
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A lot depends on the laws in your state, your company's system for figuring vacation time, the company's policy for unused vacation, AND what has been done in the past with those who are similarly situated. If vacation time is "granted" you may not be owed anything; if it is "earned" (so many hours per week worked, or something to that effect) you may be owed. Check with the HR department of the company, and Wage & Hour division of your state regarding payment of vacation/personal/sick/etc. time.

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Layoffs and Compensation for Un-used Vacation

posted at 8/8/1999 11:19 PM EDT
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Jim's remarks nowtwithstanding, it is possible that the question has been rendered academic in your situation, if you agreed to the severance package, signed an appropriate release, etc. Under those circumstances, your employer may have calculated the unused vacation time into the severance package, included that issue in the waiver, etc.
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Layoffs and Compensation for Un-used Vacation

posted at 8/12/1999 4:34 PM EDT
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In what state are you?
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