Google has made an error in the calculation of the stock severance which was to be received by its recently laid-off employees. The miscalculation occurred because the company counted the stock grants twice.
Affected employees received tens of thousands of dollars less than initial estimates, causing disappointment.
Employees have accused the company of creating confusion due to lack of clarity in initial emails.
Google apologizes for incorrect stock severance information in initial email, confirms correct information on support site and detailed documentation.