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And just when I was digging out of the divorce money hole. I'm lucky in that I still received my mid year bonus and get my full month's salary and will get my retirement contribution at the end of the year.

Can't say I blame them, work has been slowing down and there really isn't enough to keep 2 people busy let alone the 4 people who worked there and I was the low man on the totem pole but it still sucks. Made some big changes and gave up a bit financially to take this job and I'm still 3 years out from my Professional Engineer license. There is chance of a call back but with the recent divorce and now this it feels like a good time to completely reset and pursue other paths.
 
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Sorry to hear that. Good luck.
 
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What type of work do you do?




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Getting laid off sucks, but as you say, it may be a good time to pursue other endeavors.


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So sorry to hear as a lay off sucks ass! Been there, done that. There are other jobs out there, but you have to apply like hell to all jobs, not be picky, and something WILL come along. Even if it is a job to hold you over to find the job you really want. I wish you the best of luck. Also don't be too proud to apply for unemployment while you search. The employer pays for it, not tax payer dollars; at least in Texas.




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What type of work do you do?


This job was as a Consulting Engineer for Mechanical, Electrical and plumbing systems. Prior to that industrial refrigeration and different types of construction.
 
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Pardon my ignorance, but what happens to alimony requirements while you seek gainful employment?




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Pardon my ignorance, but what happens to alimony requirements while you seek gainful employment?


Lucky again, no alimony due. She got a car and money from my retirement account. I got to keep the debt (home equity loan), another 6 months and it would have had it paid off.
 
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I winced when I saw your name next to the the thread title. Quite a year. I'm so sorry for your troubles. As others have said, things have a way of working out.

Like someone else said, don't hesitate to start unemployment. About 15 years ago, I was laid off and, not knowing how it works, waited till I had run through all the money I had. I had to get absolutely to the end of my rope before I would consider filing. By then it was way too late. Not a good feeling, even remembering it just now.
 
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Pardon my ignorance, but what happens to alimony requirements while you seek gainful employment?


It depends. If you have a good relationship with ex spouse you work it out with her. Reach an agreement for a reduction. If not on good terms you hire an attorney and petition the court for an adjustment. That of course takes money and the spouse may have to wait. Hope that helps.
 
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Sorry for your troubles. I hope in the end you find yourself in a much better situation than you were before this all happened.
 
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Good luck to you, man.



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Damn, that sucks. At least you got some severance pay.

I hope you find a new, and better, gig quickly.





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If you're able to relocate, the state agency I work for is always hiring engineers.
 
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timing is never good for crap like this, but you got a lot in your favor even if it doesn't feel like it. Happened to me when I was 59.

You're young, in a good field and now have an opportunity to pursue better options (personal AND professional).

GREAT luck (not good but GREAT luck) for you is possible.



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Never a good feeling. Best of luck in your next chapter




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Good luck. I hope something works out for you soon.

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It'll work out.
Generally, it sounds like you are on a better path. Best wishes.



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