HKM Wins at Trial. HKM served as co-counsel representing defendants Delta Inn, Inc. and Hung G. Kim in a multi-million claim regarding the ownership of Delta Inn. Click here to read more.

Congratulations to Partners Donald W. Heyrich and Dan Kalish who were recognized by Washington Law and Politics once again. Donald W. Heyrich was named a SuperLawyer by the magazine, and Dan Kalish was named a Rising Star. Click here to read more.

HKM Wins Jury Verdict For Former Employee. HKM represented plaintiff Wendy Dorn in two-week jury trial regarding overtime wages. Click here to read more.

HKM Obtains Class Certification in Overtime Claim. On September 13, 2011, the Federal District Court in Oregon certified a class of Sleep Country sales associates in an overtime claim against the company. Click here to read more.

HKM Writes Employment Discrimination Section of the Washington State Practice Manual. Click here to read more.

HKM Prevails in Non-Compete Case. HKM represented Robert Heffner, current CEO of Falck North America, in non-compete lawsuit filed by Rural Metro Corp. Click here to read more.

HKM Defends Employee In Non-Compete Case. When an ex-employee of insynQ, Inc. was sued by the company for alleged violations of her non-compete agreement, she hired HKM. Click here to read more.

HKM Wards Off Vulcan Inc.'s Motion to Dismiss. HKM is representing a former employee who is suing Vulcan Inc. for discriminatory and harassing treatment, retaliation, and character defamation (among other things). Click here to read more.

HKM Files Wage Claim Lawsuit. Representing a former employee of Moxy, Inc. HKM filed a lawsuit against the company for wages and payments owed to the employee. Click here to read more.

HKM Takes Aim at Unsolicited Text Messages. Representing multiple consumers, HKM has filed class-action lawsuits against corporate entities charged with sending a barrage of unsolicited text messages (SMS). Click here to read more.

Portland Separation Agreement Lawyer

The Purpose of a Separation Agreement

A separation agreement can be used to protect a company from future problems that could potentially be caused by an employee who is leaving the company, whether or not of their own accord. Such an agreement seeks to prevent the ex-employee from suing the company, filing a regulatory complaint, or taking trade information with them and competing with the firm. In exchange, pay beyond the usual compensation is usually issued, also known as severance pay. If your company is considering the use of a separation agreement or you as an individual have been requested to participate in such an agreement, consult with a Portland employment lawyer. An experienced legal professional can work to protect your rights and guide the situation to be addressed in alignment with your best interests.

As an employer, your attorney may ask you to outline your reasons for considering a separation agreement. In this way, your legal counsel can draft an agreement which specifically protects against potential consequences. An experienced attorney can also include clauses which provide comprehensive protection against repercussions you may not have predicted. An attorney can also advise as to how best to approach this situation with the employee and help to determine an appropriate severance amount, taking all factors into account.

Employment Attorney Serving Oregon

At HKM Employment Attorneys, we not only represent companies but also individual employees. If you have been asked to sign a separation agreement, we can review the agreement to ensure you are being treated fairly and are not signing away vital rights and placing yourself at a disadvantage. If the terms are found to be unacceptable, we can negotiate toward a satisfactory resolution. If not separation agreement or severance pay have been offered, we can help you seek them to provide you with greater financial security following the conclusion of your employment.

Contact a Portland separation agreement attorney for help with all matters relating to separation agreements.