Stock Options, Equity and other Compensation Issues
"One of the reasons that I decided to work for my employer (rather than a competing
company) was the promise of stock options after I had been with them for a year.
When I asked H.R. about it last week, nobody seemed to know anything about it. What
can I do?" - sample issue
Employers often want employees to think like company owners, by issuing stock or
options to purchase stock to employees. There are a variety of methods for gaining
ownership in a company, each of which may have a significant tax burden on both
the company and the employees.
Wrongful cancellations of employee stock options, breach of an employee stock option
agreement or wrongful termination of employee stock options are often sufficient
grounds for legal action.
If your company has offered you stock, options or some other form of equity, or
you believe that they've breached their agreement in connection with one of these
grants,
contact us today.
This information is not a do-it-yourself guide to resolving employment disputes
or handling employment litigation. While some may find this useful for understanding
the basic issues and their legal context, it is NOT a substitute for experienced
legal counsel and does NOT provide legal advice. Please
contact the law offices of Neil H. Greenberg and Associates P.C. to discuss your specific case.