What’s Happening at BlueRock?

Samfiru Tumarkin LLP has been contacted by several employees at BlueRock Therapeutics (BlueRock) — claiming they were affected by the latest round of job cuts announced in June.

According to reports, the Bayer-owned biotechnology company eliminated approximately 50 positions last month as it shutters its research labs in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

“[This] strategic decision [will help] streamline our pipeline and organizational structure to focus our resources on [our] priority programs,” a spokesperson told Fierce Biotech.

Our experienced employment lawyers are reviewing the severance packages affected Canadian staff have received.

According to LinkedIn, BlueRock employs more than 220 people in the country.

Next Steps for BlueRock Employees

If you’re fired or let go from BlueRock, understanding your legal rights is crucial.

Non-unionized employees in Canada are entitled to severance pay. This includes individuals working full-time, part-time, or hourly in Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia (BC).

The amount you’re owed is based on a variety of factors, including your role, tenure, age, and ability to find similar work.

WATCH: Everything Non-Unionized Employees Need to Know About Severance Pay

Key Severance Facts:

• Compensation: Severance packages, which can be as much as 24 months’ pay, may include salary, bonuses, commissions, and other forms of compensation. Use our firm’s free Severance Pay Calculator to better understand your...

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