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This is how you secure your compensation after termination
Introduction
Those affected by a termination often face emotional and financial pressure. Many employees do not know that they may be entitled to severance under certain conditions - whether through a termination, a termination agreement, or a court termination protection lawsuit.
Simplyright GmbH offers professional support and information for employees in such cases to quickly and efficiently enforce a severance payment.
This article shows step by step how to receive severance with Simplyright and answers the most common questions regarding termination, termination agreements, severance, and employee rights.
What is Simplyright GmbH?
Simplyright GmbH is a leading legal tech company focused on enforcing your severance after a termination or as part of a termination agreement. The great advantage: Employees can have their situation checked for free, making it the first choice for having their contract reviewed. Simplyright handles the entire process - from the review to the final severance payment.
👉 Email address and documents are often sufficient for the initial assessment.
What is meant by severance?
Severance is a one-time payment made by an employer to an employee to terminate the employment relationship. It serves as compensation for the loss of employment and is particularly relevant when the employee loses their job without fault or personal blame.
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When do I have the right to severance?
A legal entitlement to severance pay exists only in a few cases, for example under § 1a KSchG. However, severance is often negotiated individually - especially within the framework of a termination agreement or through a dismissal protection lawsuit. Simplyright helps to enforce claims and assert your labor rights against the employer.
How can I receive a severance payment?
1. Review of the termination by experts (e.g., Simplyright)
2. Communication with the employer
3. Negotiation of an agreement
4. Possibly a judicial dismissal protection lawsuit
5. Conclusion of a termination agreement or settlement
6. Payment of the severance
The steps can be carried out efficiently and without risk thanks to the services of Simplyright.
Why is a termination agreement better than a dismissal?
A termination agreement allows for the amicable termination of the employment relationship - usually with a higher severance payment than with a regular dismissal. Additional advantages:
- bessere Planbarkeit
- kein Kündigungsstress
- schneller Abschluss
But there are also disadvantages: Under certain circumstances, there is a risk of a waiting period for unemployment benefits.
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What disadvantages do I have with a termination agreement?
Despite the possible severance payment, a termination agreement can be associated with disadvantages:
- Loss of your special protection against dismissal
- Risk of a waiting period
- Lack of pressure on the employer
Therefore, always have your agreement legally reviewed - for example, by the lawyers at Simplyright.
How does one react when being dismissed?
Stay calm and check your rights:
1. Check the termination letter for formal errors
2. Observe deadlines for the dismissal protection lawsuit (3 weeks!)
3. Negotiate a termination agreement or severance payment
4. Seek professional help (e.g., Simplyright)
One wrong step can lead to the loss of claims!
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How can Simplyright help?
Simplyright GmbH takes over the entire process for enforcing your severance payment. You only need to submit your resignation letter and, if applicable, your employment contract - preferably by email.
The advantages of the service:
- No upfront costs
- Low-risk solution
- Support from experienced lawyers
- Quick conclusion
Therefore, always have your agreement legally reviewed - for example, by the lawyers at Simplyright.
Why is resigning so difficult?
Many people associate the workplace with security, identity, and stability. Terminating the employment relationship feels threatening. Therefore, it is all the more important to strive for a fair severance payment in a timely manner.
Does the employment agency have access to severance payments?
The employment agency usually learns about the severance payment, as it must be disclosed when applying for unemployment benefits. A waiting period may occur if, for example, a termination agreement was made without a valid reason.
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How must a severance payment be disbursed?
The severance payment is usually paid as a lump sum. The amount depends on length of service, reason for termination, salary, and other circumstances. Tax treatment must also be considered - a payment in January can offer advantages.
Why have severance paid out in January?
If the severance payment is made in the new calendar year (e.g., January), the tax burden often decreases due to the so-called fifth rule. Simplyright advises on this point to maximize your benefits.
What are the 3 reasons for termination?
1. Behavioral (e.g., theft)
2. Operational (e.g., downsizing)
3. Personal (e.g., illness)
Depending on the reason for termination, the prospects for a severance payment vary significantly.
What advantages do I have from a severance payment?
- Financial security
- Bridging until the next job
- Dignified conclusion of the employment relationship
- Avoidance of lengthy processes
- Self-determined career change
These advantages make a well-thought-out negotiation about Simplyright particularly attractive.
What role does the notice period play?
The notice period must be adhered to - both in the case of ordinary termination and in the termination agreement. Incorrect deadlines can jeopardize the legal validity of the termination and pave the way for severance pay.
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How can I cancel Simply?
If you want to cancel a service like "Simply" or a similarly named provider, you should draft a legally secure cancellation letter - preferably by email with confirmation of receipt or by registered mail.
What is the advantage of a protection against dismissal lawsuit?
With a protection against dismissal lawsuit, employees can achieve that:
- the termination is declared invalid
- a settlement with severance pay is reached
- a better negotiating position arises
In many cases, you can achieve a significantly higher severance pay with the support of Simplyright.
Conclusion: Receive severance pay with Simplyright - use your rights wisely
Anyone who has received a termination or is offered a termination agreement should not sign hastily. Use your rights, thoroughly check your claims, and leave nothing to chance.
With Simplyright, you have an experienced service by your side that represents your interests and helps you secure a fair severance pay - quickly, risk-free, and competently.
Have your situation checked for free by our staff - a few clicks and your email address are enough. This way, you can ideally receive a high severance pay without having to go to a lawyer yourself.
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Frequently asked questions
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1. Do I automatically have a claim to a severance payment?
No, there is no automatic legal claim to severance pay. In many cases, however, it is possible to successfully enforce a severance payment with a challenge to the termination or through a lawsuit for continued employment – often even significantly higher than expected. -
2. How does Simplyright help me with a termination?
We check your termination for free. If it is formally or substantively flawed, we advocate for you to either be retained or receive a fair severance payment – quickly and efficiently through our digital system with legal support. -
3. What does the process cost me?
In severance cases, there is no cost risk for you. The initial review is free. If your case is taken on, we cover the costs or work with your legal expenses insurance. You will never be surprised by costs – everything happens only with your consent. -
4. How high can a severance payment be?
This depends on factors such as length of service, salary, reason for termination, and negotiation skills. Often it is between 0.5 to 1.0 monthly salaries per year of employment – we will get the maximum for you. -
5. How quickly do I need to act?
After receiving the termination notice, you have only 3 weeks to file a lawsuit for protection against dismissal. After that, the termination becomes effective – even if it was unlawful. Therefore, you should act immediately. -
6. Also in case of a termination agreement or voluntary resignation?
Yes, we will also review your case then. Termination agreements can be associated with disadvantages (e.g., a ban on unemployment benefits). We will show you the best options before you sign anything. -
7. How long does the process take?
If the employer is willing to negotiate, an agreement can be reached within a few weeks. In court proceedings, it can take several months – we will accompany you throughout the entire process. -
8. Are my details safe?
Yes. All your data and documents are transmitted encrypted, treated with strict confidentiality, and stored in compliance with GDPR.
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