The term “severance pay,” is often used loosely, sometimes mixing together potential obligations under the law with those under employer policies, collective bargaining agreements or benefits plans. In many states, such as New York, there is no obligation to give severance as a matter of state labor law. See generally Glenville Gage Co. v. Industrial
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New York State Appellate Court Reinforces Limitations on Exempt Employees’ Ability to Assert New York State Labor Law Claims
By Noel P. Tripp on
Posted in New York State
Like many states with state wage and hour laws, the New York Labor Law contains certain unique provisions. One such provision is Section 198-c, which addresses an employee’s right to recover “wage supplements” such as reimbursement for expenses, health, welfare and retirement benefits and vacation, separation or holiday pay.. Section 198-c expressly provides that its provisions shall not apply to any person in a bona fide executive, administrative, or…