OK, long story short. I was recruited by a company 6 months ago from Miami, FL to come and run their West Coast business. While interviewing and hired, I was told the company was financially stable and at no risk of closing. Unfortunately, I did not look at the books.
This company paid for my entire relocation from Miami to Los Angeles.
This week I was called by HR and told that they were closing their doors, and that my last day would be January 30. Until then, 'it is business as usual'.
Since I had only been employed for 6 months, my severance package was only 1 paycheck (also unpaid vacation).
My main concern is whether they should be legally responsible for my 're-relocation' back to Miami.
Lastly, given the situation, does anyone know if the severance package extended is 'legally appropriate'. I know they are not bound to give anything for a regular termination. But these are somewhat unique circumstances.
My company is owned by a large, widely known company.
Any legal advice will be appreciated
This company paid for my entire relocation from Miami to Los Angeles.
This week I was called by HR and told that they were closing their doors, and that my last day would be January 30. Until then, 'it is business as usual'.
Since I had only been employed for 6 months, my severance package was only 1 paycheck (also unpaid vacation).
My main concern is whether they should be legally responsible for my 're-relocation' back to Miami.
Lastly, given the situation, does anyone know if the severance package extended is 'legally appropriate'. I know they are not bound to give anything for a regular termination. But these are somewhat unique circumstances.
My company is owned by a large, widely known company.
Any legal advice will be appreciated
