Investigation into the police officer who shot his Taser at the man who covered himself in gasoline and ended up on fire
An investigation is underway into a police officer who used a Taser on a man reportedly protesting for unpaid severance, resulting in the man catching fire.
“This is obviously devilish nonsense”
Inga Sæland, the leader of the People’s Party, expressed outrage over the substantial severance payments for former government ministers in response to inquiries by Diljá Mist Einarsdóttir of the Independence Party.
The dismissed director Kabátek will receive nearly three million in severance from VZP
The dismissed director Kabátek is set to receive a substantial severance payment from VZP.
PDV: why companies offer money for employees to leave work
The article discusses voluntary dismissal programs (PDVs) offered by companies as a strategy for workforce reduction and operational restructuring.
Union points to 350 layoffs and non-payment of rights at a factory in Pontal, SP
The Sugarcane Workers' Union reports that at least 350 employees in the Carolo Factory, Pontal, Brazil, have been dismissed without receiving their severance payments or other labor rights.
After the Ruling on Performance Bonuses as Wages... Lawsuits for Unpaid Severance Pay at Samsung's Affiliates Expand
Former employees of Samsung's affiliates are filing lawsuits for unpaid severance pay following a Supreme Court ruling that deemed some performance bonuses as part of wages.
Peter Mandelson told to pay severance money to ‘charity that supports victims’
Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds urged Peter Mandelson to donate his £75,000 severance payment to a charity supporting victims, reflecting public discontent over his financial settlement.
Supreme Court: Management Performance Bonuses Are Not Wages... No Need to Reflect in Hanwha Ocean Severance Pay
The Supreme Court of Korea ruled in favor of Hanwha Ocean, denying retirement pay claims from former employees who argued that management performance bonuses should be included in the calculation of their severance pay.
What the Mandelson documents reveal – and what we still don’t know
The article discusses the revelations surrounding Peter Mandelson's severance payout, highlighting his significant demands and the controversy over the amount he ultimately received.
Peter Mandelson asked Foreign Office for £500k severance payment, files show
Peter Mandelson requested over £500,000 from the Foreign Office as a severance payment but ultimately settled for £75,000 after resigning as US ambassador following revelations about his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
Hearing the Coupang Special Prosecutor’s Indictment… The Bucheon District Prosecutor’s Office Leadership Ordered ‘No Charge’ Processing from the Beginning
In the Coupang unpaid severance pay case, the Bucheon District Prosecutor's leadership allegedly directed the chief prosecutor to process the case towards a 'no charge' conclusion right from the start.
The way has been opened for Kwon Sang-do's son to dispose of '5 billion won' from Hwacheon Daeyu... Court lifts account freeze
The court has lifted the account freeze on Kwon Sang-do's son, who previously received a 50 billion won severance payment from Hwacheon Daeyu, after a ruling of not guilty was made in the first trial.
Tfs, the Consulta shortens the deadlines
The Constitutional Court of Italy issued a ruling that provides the Parliament with a year to reform the current system of severance pay for public employees, addressing longstanding delays in payments.
Telefónica restricts mega severance packages for its executives after a 90 million euro bill in 2025
Telefónica plans to limit severance payments to future executives following a controversy over large payouts to former top managers.
Labor reform: companies will have to wait six months before they can use the severance fund
Companies in Argentina will need to wait six months after contributing to a severance fund before it can be used for employee dismissals, as stipulated in recent labor reform legislation.
The labor reform has been enacted: what is the real impact on the lives of companies and their employees
Argentina has enacted a labor reform aimed at improving the relationship between companies and workers, introducing a unified criteria for severance pay and encouraging formal employment.
Former Head of Railway Administration to Receive Golden Parachute, But the Minimum Possible: 1.8 Million
The former head of the Railway Administration in Czechia is set to receive a severance package of 1.8 million, the lowest permissible amount.
‘Kwanbong-gwon and Coupang’ Special Investigation Team Completes 90-Day Investigation... Coupang CFS CEO Indicted; Transfer of Tizzi Allegation to Prosecutors
The special investigation team concluded a 90-day investigation into allegations of influence in the Coupang severance payment case and the disposal of Kwanbong-gwon，这是一个与Coupang和相关个人的指控有关的案件。
Over a billion in severance packages at ministries
Iceland's ministries are reportedly spending over a billion on severance packages.
Former Unification Church sees 500 staff retire early, with retirement payouts totaling several billion yen
The former Unification Church in Japan has initiated early retirement for 500 of its staff amid financial difficulties, with total severance payments expected to reach several billion yen.
Michael Carrick gives Man Utd what they need - his plan is what Ruben Amorim couldn't see
Michael Carrick is making a case for the managerial role at Manchester United after the dismissal of Ruben Amorim, who is owed £15.9 million as part of his severance.
Fury in the Upper Floors: IBEX Directors Earned 407 Million in 2025, a 23.33% Increase, Thanks to Bonuses and Indemnities
The total compensation for top executives of major listed companies in Spain increased by 13.6% in 2025, fueled by bonuses and severance packages.
Milei's labor reform was approved in Argentina - allows even 12-hour workdays
Argentina's Congress has approved a labor reform pushed by President Javier Milei that permits 12-hour workdays and restricts severance pay and the right to strike.
Milei achieves the largest labor reform in 50 years: cheaper layoffs and workdays of up to 12 hours
The Argentine government has passed a significant labor reform that lowers severance costs and extends work hours, prompting concerns over worker rights.
Labor Reform: Changes to Compensation, Dismissals, Leave, Vacation, Overtime, and Even Taxes
The Argentine government is seeking to implement a labor reform that will change various aspects of employment regulations including compensation, severance, and taxation.
Landini, not just the severance pay: he also underpaid the director of the Cgil
Maurizio Landini, secretary of the Cgil, faces scrutiny over underpayment issues while calling for better wages and protections for workers amidst an ongoing investigation into labor practices.
Trade Union Leader and Opposition in a World Apart
Walter Rizzetto comments on the condemnation of the CGIL union for failing to pay severance pay to a former executive.
Suspicion of Pressure in Coupang Investigation: Prosecutor Eom Hee-jun Indicted Without Arrest
Prosecutors have indicted former Chief Prosecutor Eom Hee-jun and Deputy Chief Prosecutor Kim Dong-hee for abusing their power in connection with the Coupang severance pay investigation.
"Landini preaches well, but acts poorly..." A storm breaks out over the CGIL leader
The leader of the CGIL, Maurizio Landini, faces criticism for alleged hypocrisy over contractual wage agreements and failing to pay a former employee’s severance, despite attacking the government on labor issues.
Landini does not pay severance pay: Cgil's assets seized
The head of the CGIL labor union, Maurizio Landini, faces legal action after failing to pay severance to an employee, resulting in the seizure of funds from the union's account.
Unsolicited advice to the 920 fired by Fate
An article offers pragmatic advice to the 920 workers laid off by Fate in Argentina, urging them to manage their severance benefits wisely and seek new employment opportunities.
José María Álvarez-Pallete and Ángel Vilá received 44 and 33 million euros for their termination at Telefónica
José María Álvarez-Pallete and Ángel Vilá received substantial severance packages after their terminations at Telefónica due to new governmental policies.
‘Gwanbong-gwon and Coupang’ Special Investigation Ends Next Week… Will It Reveal the ‘Higher-Ups’ of Investigation Pressure and Evidence Loss
The special investigation into Coupang's unpaid severance pay allegations and the evidence loss related to Gwanbong-gwon is approaching its deadline, focusing on whether it can uncover the alleged higher-up pressures within the prosecution.
Conflict in the People Power Party Peaks over Jang Dong-hyek's 'Refusal to Sever Ties'.. Upcoming General Assembly on the 23rd will be a Turning Point
Jang Dong-hyek's refusal to support the severance of ties with former President Yoon Seok-yeol has led to escalating divisions within the People Power Party, with an important general assembly set for the 23rd.
Namibia: Former Air Namibia Employees Remain Unpaid
Former Air Namibia employees are seeking an urgent Supreme Court hearing regarding unpaid severance packages due to a dispute with liquidators following the airline's liquidation.
Special Prosecutor Investigates Unlawful Pressure Allegations in Coupang Case
The Special Prosecutor's team is conducting a third investigation into prosecutor Eom Hee-jun regarding allegations of unlawful pressure during the Coupang severance payment incident.
Martin Repinski was acquitted of a criminal case but must pay 30,000 euros to the municipality of Jõhvi
Former Jõhvi mayor Martin Repinski has been cleared of criminal charges but must pay 30,000 euros to the local municipality for illegal employee severance payouts.
Voluntary Departure Programs in a New Edition: More Often Intimate than Mass
The article discusses the role of voluntary departure programs in employment restructuring in Poland, highlighting the differences between such programs and mass layoffs.
Tallinn plans to pay hefty severance bonuses to former leaders
Tallinn's current city authorities are planning to award three-month salary bonuses to members of the previous city government they have sharply criticized.
Labor Reform: What Would Happen to Pensions with the Reduction of Employer Contributions
This article discusses the implications of a labor reform in Argentina that reduces employer contributions to social security while introducing a fund for potential severance payments.
Fund for compensation for dismissal: will start operating in June and could also be used to pay labor lawsuits
A new Fund for Labor Assistance in Argentina will launch in June to change how companies manage severance payments, differentiating contributions based on company size and addressing labor lawsuits.
Labor reform: how the fund to finance severance payments will work
The article discusses the establishment of the Labor Assistance Fund (FAL) in Argentina, which will be financed by employer contributions to facilitate severance payments during labor reform.
Labor Reform 2026: Keys to What Was Voted and What Changes Were Left Out
The Argentine Senate has passed the Labor Reform bill with significant changes to how severance pay is calculated and structured.
Apple TV acquires the rights to 'Severance' and plans to expand the universe of the series
Apple TV has acquired the rights to the successful series 'Severance' for about $70 million, with plans to expand the storyline.
Labor Reform Law: What It Says About Severance Payments
The Argentine government has achieved partial approval of its labor reform project, which includes significant changes to severance pay calculations.
Labor reform: how work, vacations, and layoffs are regulated in different countries
Argentina's Congress discusses a national labor reform bill that will change regulations on work hours, vacations, severance pay, and union contributions.
Google offers severance package to dissatisfied employees, says newspaper
Google has initiated a voluntary severance program for employees who are uncomfortable with the current pace of work.
Former Apulanta guitarist elected as town mayor – previous mayor left with a hefty severance package
Sami Ylipihlaja, former guitarist for Apulanta, has been elected as the new mayor of Kuhmoisten with a narrow majority.
Nigeria Airways pension delay sparks fresh outcry
Former Nigeria Airways employees urge government to release long-pending severance and pension benefits amidst hardships.
Laid-off GM workers should get lower taxes on severance, Tories urge
The Conservative Party of Canada is urging the federal government to reduce taxes on severance packages for laid-off GM workers in Ingersoll, Ontario.