So when can we get rid of Eric? It's kinda annoying at this point
Not yet, most likely 0.06 update. There's three paths, friend, get rid fast, get rid slow. If you get rid of Eric fast you will miss some content. I'm no fan of Eric, but I'll take the slow path.
From the DEV.
The first is an Alliance with Eric.
You will be able to see how he'll mess up Max's family. Also, if you behave yourself and help Eric do it, you can even participate in this corruption.
And if you are very impudent and take risks, you will get something without Eric.
The second is the confrontation with Eric.
This option is divided into two more parts,
simple and
complex extended.
The first simple part is getting rid of Eric as quickly as possible. You will have a number of options for this deliverance.
But this path will limit you in some further opportunities and actions related to the dominance of Max in his family and over other characters.
The second difficult extended part is a longer confrontation with Eric, thanks to which max will have the opportunity to develop and consolidate his influence in the family and get rid of Eric.
This part will maximize opportunities and actions for Max.