Kaplan Employment Law fights for employees in Florida, who have been wronged by their employers. We handle cases involving wrongful termination, sexual harassment, wage theft, and discrimination. We represent clients against major corporations and have a proven track record of winning significant settlements. With over 130 five-star reviews and a no-win, no-fee policy, we are dedicated to helping you tell your story and get the justice you deserve.

Florida Employment Rights Lawyer: Protecting Your Workplace Rights
Every case begins with a story. One of hard work, dignity, and the right to earn a living in a workplace free of employment discrimination.

Were you sexually harassed? Fired for reporting race discrimination? Denied overtime wages? Need a lawyer to negotiate your severance agreement?

When employers break the law, Kaplan Employment Law fights back. We listen to your story, build your case, and stand up to companies that think they can get away with employment discrimination, sexual harassment, illegal retaliation, or wage theft.

Your employer has a lawyer. You need one who’s better.

About Brett Daniel Kaplan

Brett Daniel Kaplan founded Kaplan Employment Law to help people speak out and fight back.

He represents employees who were fired for reporting harassment, denied pay, or pushed out for standing up for their rights. He also helps small businesses build fair, legal workplaces where problems are handled the right way.

Brett’s background in creative writing helps him tell your story clearly, powerfully, and persuasively. Judges listen. Juries care. Employers respond.

You are more than a case. You have a story. And we are here to fight for you.

Your years of dedication, exceptional performance, and earned bonuses should be reflected in your severance agreement. If you were terminated after 5+ years of service, had a strong performance record, and were denied earned bonuses, you have the right to negotiate a better severance package.

Your company has an employment lawyer. So should you.

At Kaplan Employment Law, we specialize in negotiating high-value severance agreements for professionals who:

• Have worked 5+ years for their employer
• Were terminated for reasons unrelated to performance
• Had earned bonuses, commissions, or stock options that were not paid
• Are high earners with complex compensation structures

Before signing anything, schedule a consultation. Your severance package should reflect your contributions and successes.

What is a Severance Agreement?

A severance agreement is a legally binding contract outlining the terms of separation between an employer and an employee. In exchange for financial compensation or benefits, the employee agrees to conditions such as:

• Waiving legal claims
• Non-disparagement clauses
• Confidentiality agreements
• Non-compete restrictions

For high-earning professionals, severance agreements can include unpaid bonuses, stock options, and commissions. Employers often attempt to minimize these payouts—negotiation is key to ensuring you receive everything you’ve earned.

Don’t sign away your financial security—speak to an attorney first.

Why Severance Agreements Are Negotiable—Especially for Long-Term, High-Performing Employees

Many professionals believe severance agreements are non-negotiable, or that doing so is not worth their time. This is not true. Employers expect executives and professionals to negotiate, particularly those with 5+ years of service and a track record of success.

You have strong leverage to negotiate a better severance package.

• Had an excellent performance history
• Were terminated after 5+ years of service
• Termination is unrelated to restructuring or budget cuts
• Had unpaid bonuses, commissions, or stock that was denied
• Have a potential legal claim for wrongful termination

Kaplan Employment Law ensures you are paid what you’ve earned and protected from restrictive clauses that could harm your career.

Why High-Income Earners Need a Severance Agreement Lawyer

1. Direct Negotiation & Deal-Making with the Company’s Lawyers

Without a lawyer, you’re stuck negotiating with HR, which almost always claims the severance offer is “non-negotiable.” An employment attorney moves the conversation to the employer’s legal team, where real deals happen. Lawyers speak the same language—ensuring a stronger, more strategic negotiation.

2. Maximizing Your Leverage

Every severance package is different. An attorney identifies leverage points, counters employer tactics, and ensures you’re paid what you’re owed, including bonuses, commissions, and stock options.

3. Evaluating a Potential Wrongful Termination Claim

Companies offer severance to avoid legal risk. If you have a strong claim for wrongful termination, your lawyer can use it as leverage to increase your payout and protect future claims.

4. Reviewing & Explaining the Contract

Severance agreements are dense legal documents with hidden risks. Your lawyer will review every clause, explain your obligations, and ensure you fully understand what you’re signing.

5. Adding Provisions to Protect Your Future

A well-negotiated severance should protect more than your paycheck—it should safeguard your career and reputation. A severance agreement lawyer can negotiate:

• Narrower non-compete and non-solicit clauses
• Stronger non-disparagement protections
• Favorable confidentiality terms

How Kaplan Employment Law Negotiates Severance Agreements

We use a proven strategy to maximize severance packages for high-earning professionals:

1. Comprehensive Review – We analyze your severance offer, performance history, and unpaid earnings to identify leverage points.
2. Custom Negotiation Strategy – We craft a proposal that addresses compensation, restrictive covenants, and legal protections.
3. Direct Negotiation with Employer’s Legal Team – Employers take negotiations seriously when an attorney handles the process.
4. Final Agreement Review – We ensure you understand every clause before signing and that the terms reflect your best interests.

Our focus: securing the maximum compensation and protecting your career.

Common Employer Tactics to Reduce Your Severance Pay

Employer Tactics in Negotiations

Employers use aggressive tactics to deny you the full severance you deserve. Common strategies include:

• Firing you right before a bonus or stock vesting date
• Claiming severance is “non-negotiable”
• Pressuring you to sign quickly before consulting a lawyer
• Using vague language to deny commissions and bonuses

These are tactics—not legal barriers. We help you fight back by reviewing your severance agreement and guiding you towards a more secure future.

I searched for an employment lawyer and found Brett Kaplan. I needed a strong negotiator for my severance agreement and felt like I could trust Brett. Brett was able to negotiate a higher severance for me and I couldn't have been more satisfied! The process was easy, smooth, and pain free. If I ever need him again, I'll surely be circling back! Thanks, Brett.

Maya Hicks

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NOTABLE RESULT

Sexual Harassment – $115,000 Settlement

Our client was promised a promotion by a supervisor in exchange for a sexual relationship. After submitting to the sexual advances under pressure, the promotion was never granted—even after the supervisor’s conduct was exposed. Although the client remained employed, we secured a $115,000 settlement to address the abuse of power and the significant emotional and professional harm that followed.

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Employment Contract Topics

• Non-Compete Agreements
• Severance Agreement Negotiations

We Make the Difference in Your Story.

 

Kaplan Employment Law fights for employees in Florida, who have been wronged by their employers. We handle cases involving wrongful termination, sexual harassment, wage theft, and discrimination. We represent clients against major corporations and have a proven track record of winning significant settlements. With over 130 five-star reviews and a no-win, no-fee policy, we are dedicated to helping you tell your story and get the justice you deserve.