They knew the risks and they aren't slaves. If they really thought it was a bad deal, they can find a job at another company. Everyone I know that worked at a

They knew the risks and they aren't slaves. If they really thought it was a bad deal, they can find a job at another company. Everyone I know that worked at a startup has ended up out of a job with little to no payout (beyond their salary). It's a risk. If you don't want to take that risk, work at a non-startup company.