Real_Berry_446's journey

I recently faced a tough situation after being laid off from my job at a tech company where I worked as a project manager. My manager was incredibly difficult to work with, and the stress from that environment led me to take a leave of absence for several months. Just as I was starting to consider my next steps, I was unexpectedly laid off with a meager severance package, given my short tenure. Feeling frustrated and seeking justice for the poor treatment I endured, I reached out to a few lawyers to explore whether I had a case for unfair treatment. Most of them declined to take my case, but one lawyer seemed enthusiastic and claimed we had a solid case. He suggested that we could pursue a lawsuit, which could potentially yield a much larger severance payout. However, he also mentioned that he would take 40% of any winnings and that I would need to pay $330 upfront to start the filing process. When I reviewed the retainer agreement he sent over, I noticed that it primarily focused on negotiating an increased severance rather than pursuing a lawsuit. This left me questioning whether I was simply entering a severance negotiation rather than a legal battle. I’m feeling stuck and unsure if I should invest my time and money into this or focus on finding a new job instead. I’ve received mixed feedback from friends and online communities, with some advising me to move on and others suggesting I carefully consider the merits of my case. I’m still trying to figure out the best path forward.