Just Cause for Dismissal in Ontario: A Comprehensive Guide What is a wrongful dismissal? In Ontario, Just cause for dismissal is a legal concept that allows employers to terminate an employee's employment without notice or severance pay. In general, it is a high bar to meet, and employers must be
What is a Termination of Employment and Severance Package?
What is Included in a Termination of Employment Severance Package? Termination of employment can be a significant life event for workers across Ontario with far-reaching consequences, both psychologically and financially. Understanding the components of a severance package is crucial for both
Why Employees Should See an Employment Lawyer After Termination of Employment
Why Employees Should See an Employment Lawyer After Termination, Not the Ministry of Labour Being terminated from a job is a stressful and often confusing experience. You may feel overwhelmed and unsure of your next steps. While it may natural to seek help, it is crucial to understand the
How Can Employers and Employees Avoid Workplace Disputes and Litigation in Ontario?
Keeping the Peace: How Employers and Employees Can Avoid Workplace Disputes A safe and healthy work environment benefits everyone. In fact, it is even the law in Ontario in some respects, particularly workplace disputes involving bullying and harassment. But the reality is, misunderstandings and
Why it is Important to Review Employment Contract with Employment Lawyer in Ontario
Congratulations! You just landed your dream job in Ontario. While the excitement is bubbling over, and visions of a successful career dance in your head, there are many other considerations that should also be top of mind. Most important among them is the crucial step that all employees in Ontario
Ontario Employment Lawyers Assisting with Human Rights Claims
Ontario Human Rights Law In Ontario, the Human Rights Code prohibits employment-related discrimination on protected grounds, such as an employee's age, race, sex, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity or place of origin. Likewise, employers are required to protect employees from experiencing
What Happens if Fixed-Term Contract is Terminated Early?
In the recent case called Kopyl v. Losani Homes, 2024 ONCA 199, the Ontario Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's ruling that found in favour of an employee who was successful in a wrongful dismissal claim involving a fixed-term contract. Background The employee commenced his job with an
Wrongful Dismissal Severance Packages
Example of Wrongful Dismissal Claim and Severance Package in Ontario: Amerato vs. TST-CF Solutions LP, 2022 ONSC 5339 The world of Canadian employment law can be complex, especially when it comes to termination of employment and wrongful dismissal claims. The case of Amerato vs. TST-CF Solutions