I'm confused about the advice given by two different Thaivisa sponsor lawyers. Are the following two statements conflicting or is there something which I'm missing?
It could make a great difference to how one deals with an employer.
Sunbelt Aisa wrote, "The Labor Act takes precedence over any other law and severance is due to a private school teacher, regardless of the Private School Act. A private school teacher who is in conflict with his employer should go to the Labor Courts to have the case adjudicated if the school balks at paying severance as required by law. The termination of the contract does not remove the employers obligations to pay severance. I hope this clears things up for you. Regards, Greg Lange Managing Director Sunbelt Asia Co., Ltd
http://www.thailandteaching.asia/work-permits/9226-thai-labour-act-1998-2008-revised-points-pdf-3.html
Somsak the forum lawyer wrote,"On a term contract, the contract ends at the end of the period stated. A further contract is a 'new' contract and has nothing to do with previous agreements."
http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/784317-severance-pay-for-international-school-teacher/?p=8807829&hl=%2Bseverance+%2Bpay
BTW, I've asked Mr Somsak the above, however he has yet to reply.