Job Relocation: Can it Lead to Constructive Dismissal in Ontario? When an employer requests an employee to relocate for their job, it can often be a very stressful experience. While it might seem like a great opportunity for some employees, for many others, it can be a career-altering decision. In
What to do If You Receive an Unfair Performance Review from Your Employer?
You've Received an Unfair Performance Review: What to Do Next Receiving an unfair performance review can be a shock, but it is particularly difficult when you believe it is unjustified. In this case, it is important to remember that your professional worth is not determined by a single document.
What Job Changes Cause a Constructive Dismissal?
Under Ontario employment law, an employer may be permitted to make some changes to the terms and conditions of an employee's job in certain circumstances. if there is an employment contract with an explicit term stating the employee authorizes the employer to make reasonable and necessary
Are Deceased Employees Entitled to a Severance Package for Wrongful Dismissal in Ontario?
Dealing with employment issues after the passing of an employee can be challenging and emotionally difficult for most employers. However, it is important to understand what an employer's obligations under Ontario employment law to an employee’s estate upon termination of employment. This article
Understanding Ontario Workplace Law: Basic Elements
What is Ontario Workplace Law? In simple terms, the term "workplace law" refers to the labyrinth of employment-related statutes and regulations (written legislation), caselaw (court decisions in previous employment disputes that become binding legal rules and principles), and employment contracts.
Wrongful Dismissals in Ontario: How to Navigate a Severance Package
Being let go from your job can be a shock, especially if you feel that your termination was unjust or without cause. In Ontario, wrongful dismissal – when an employer terminates your employment without reasonable notice or justification – can leave you feeling both emotionally and financially
What Happens after an Employee is Terminated from Employment?
Employee Rights and Obligations Upon Termination of Employment Just like employers, employees have legal rights and responsibilities after they have departed from their job, regardless of whether they leave because of wrongful dismissal, resignation or frustration of employment. There are many
Tell Me What I Need to Know about Ontario Employment Law
Ontario employment law is an area of the law that is always changing, complicated and with many different aspects and issues that come up for employment lawyers. While it is difficult to touch base on the often occurring employment law topics, this employment lawyer blog post will delve into some of