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The small company that I work for has just been sold. The staff was informed of the sale on the date of transfer of ownership and was not given any prior notice. The new employers has indicated that the staff is currently working under their existing terms of employment, but that there will be changes made to compensation arrangements and schedules. They are refusing to give details and are intentionally withholding the information while we continue to work. What rights do the staff have regarding the fact that are all now working for this new employer with the vague indication that changes are coming?
My name is David Vaughan and I'm an employment lawyer with Samfiru Tumarkin. The good news for you is that you continue to be employed and retain your seniority for the purpose of severance pay. If they do try to make changes to your positions, you should not agree or sign until you speak to a lawyer from our firm. You have no obligation to accept significant changes to your compensation, schedule, and other fundamental terms of employment.