When Do Employees Not Have a Duty to Mitigate Damages After a Wrongful or Constructive Dismissal? Under Ontario employment law, employees who have been wrongfully dismissed or constructively dismissed typically have a duty to mitigate their damages. In other words, an employer is generally entitled
Why Do Employment Lawyers Call it a “Wrongful Dismissal”?
Understanding What is a "Wrongful Dismissal" In employment law, the term "wrongful dismissal" refers to a situation where an employee is fired or let go from their job in violation of their employment contract. It is similar yet quite different from an unfair dismissal, which is governed by
How does an Ontario Employment Lawyer Help Employees?
If you are an Employee in Ontario, Here's How an Ontario Employment Lawyer Can Help You Employment disputes are an inevitable aspect of workplaces in Ontario, often between an employer and one of its employees. If you are involved in an employment dispute in Ontario, hiring an experienced Toronto
What does an Employer’s Duty to Investigate Workplace Harassment Mean in Ontario?
In a recent decision involving unionized employees, the court clarified the scope of an employer’s duty to investigate instances of workplace harassment, particularly by emphasizing that this obligation exists even if an employee does not file a workplace harassment complaint. In Metrolinx v
Important Employment Law Questions in Ontario
In Ontario, most employment lawyers are often asked a variety of important legal questions and topics about their workplace situation. So, as a general information starting point, this blog will cover some of the most common topics that could require an employment lawyer consultation for specific
Navigating Pregnancy Leave Terminations: A Guide for Employers
Terminating an employee while they are on pregnancy leave is a highly sensitive and potentially risky matter. Employers must proceed with caution to avoid legal repercussions and maintain a positive workplace culture. This Ontario employment law blog article will explore the legal considerations,
Finding the Best Employment Lawyer in Ontario
What Employees Should Consider to Find the Best Employment Lawyer in Ontario When it comes to choosing the best employment lawyer in Ontario, "free" does not always equal "good" or sound employment lawyer advice, particularly when reviewing a severance package or negotiating a severance package in
Do Employees get a Severance Package if they have a Constructive Dismissal Claim?
Severance Pay in Constructive Dismissal Cases Under Ontario employment law, a constructive dismissal claim occurs when an employer makes significant changes to an employee's employment relationship that make the job untenable. In such cases, the employee may be entitled to severance pay. This blog