In a landmark ruling, an arbitrator has awarded a full severance package to a former Twitter employee laid off following Elon Musk’s takeover, marking the first resolution in over 2,000 similar complaints.

The decision, reported by Bloomberg, could set a precedent for thousands of ex-Twitter employees who were terminated without receiving promised severance pay. The details of the case, including the identity of the employee and the specific terms of the severance package, have not been disclosed.

The arbitration process was initiated under the terms of the employee’s severance agreement, which required binding arbitration for any disputes. This ruling indicates that the arbitrator found the company breached the terms of the agreement in denying the employee their full severance.

The decision comes at a critical juncture for Twitter, which is facing multiple lawsuits related to the mass layoffs. Former employees allege that Musk’s actions violated their severance agreements, with some arguing that the layoffs were motivated by their protected speech or activities.

This first successful arbitration could embolden other former employees to pursue similar claims, potentially putting further financial pressure on the already struggling company. The ruling highlights the potential vulnerability of Twitter in facing legal challenges regarding its handling of the layoffs.

The future of these remaining cases remains uncertain. However, the arbitrator’s decision in this initial dispute could serve as a significant precedent, influencing the outcome of future rulings and potentially setting a new standard for severance agreements in the tech industry.