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List of employment benefits signed, but not delivered

I worked in a doctor's office for a yr & 1/2. After 1 yr of employment I asked for a copy of my benefits in writing. # 1 on this list was that after 1 yr of employment I would be eligible for contibution to a retirement plan (SEP-IRA). After 1 1/2 years I decided to leave my job due to problems with the office manager (Dr's wife). On 4/16/04 I received a letter from my employer that I will not be receiving this benefit because he it was recommended to him not to contribute to this IRA. Can he just take away a benefit that he had put in writing to give me after 1 yr of employment, just because he does not want to. 4 people worked in this office, the Dr, the Dr's wife, a receptionist and myself. The receptionist left the office for the same reason I did. She had worked for 3 yrs in the office. The Dr promised her that she would still receive this benefit after leaving (he said this in front of me). She also received a letter on 4/16/04 saying she will not receive this benefit. The only other person to receive this benefit would be the Dr's wife. Of course this decision will not affect her as she is married to the Dr. What should I do and who would be able to help. Thank you for your time.


Asked on 4/18/04, 8:53 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Brad Sadek Sadek and Cooper Law Offices, LLC

Re: List of employment benefits signed, but not delivered

I would like to assist you with your matter, however, I am no longer handling this type of law. Please contact me at (215) 885-3302 and will be able to put you in contact with an employee benefits attorney. Thank you.

Brad Sadek, Esq.

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Answered on 4/18/04, 8:58 pm
Anthony Park Anthony S. Park, PLLC

Re: List of employment benefits signed, but not delivered

It sounds as though your employer violated the terms of his own benefits plan. Depending on the exact circumstances, this may even have criminal reprecussions for the employer.

You should contact my firm or another attorney with all relevant details to decide on your best course of action.

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Answered on 4/19/04, 9:24 am


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