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No, they won't. In fact, in the case of older (40+) employees, federal law requires them to advise you, right in the separation agreement, that you should have the agreement reviewed by legal counsel. They expect it. Just do it. There's a lot more to these agreements than just how many dollars in severance pay you will receive. They can affect benefits, side agreements that could affect your ability to get new work in your industry, and other items important to your well-being and future prospects. Before agreeing to any severance package, contact us for a legal review of the terms. We will make sure the offer is fair and that your future prospects are protected.

There's a short answer to this one: No! It's almost never a good idea to quit because you feel you're being mistreated or are about to be fired. Quit, and you have just given away a good portion of your legal rights and the ability to obtain justice. In particular, do not fall for the old ruse that “we'll allow you to resign by X date, so your record won't show that you were fired.” Your employer is toying with you. You will gain nothing financially, nor in terms of your HR record or reputation, by doing this. If your employer wants you to leave, make them fire you. However, as soon as they offer you this “choice,” contact an employment law attorney to ensure that your rights are protected.