In a recent case, the courts have provided essential clarification for employers when it comes to drafting severance packages in wrongful dismissal cases, particularly concerning stock options and other entitlements. In a ruling involving an employee who signed settlement documents post-termination,
Common Mistakes Employees Make that Could Impact their Rights in Ontario
Navigating the workplace can be tricky, and employees sometimes make decisions that could cost them in the long run. Whether you're dealing with an employment contract review, negotiating a severance package, or facing potential wrongful dismissal, the decisions you make during your employment can
Employer’s Duty of Good Faith, including Providing Reasons for Employee Termination
In a recent case called Krmpotic v. Thunder Bay Electronics Limited, the Ontario Court of Appeal expanded on the long-standing principle that employers have a duty to perform honestly during an employee's termination. The ruling reinforced the idea that employers must act with transparency and
Changing an Employment Contract in Ontario
Changing an Employment Contract Under Ontario employment law, in order for a contract to be legally binding, consideration — which means a benefit to one party or a detriment to the other — is generally required. This holds true for employment contract as well. If an employer seeks to amend an
What Should an Employee Look for in a Severance Package?
Navigating a severance package, can be an overwhelming and emotional process for any employee in Ontario. Whether you are facing a temporary layoff, termination of employment, or some other form of employment separation, it is essential to understand what you should be looking for in a severance
Employment Lawyer Consultation in Ontario
What is Involved in an Employment Lawyer Consultation for a Wrongful Dismissal Claim? If you believe you have been wrongfully dismissed from your job, seeking legal advice from a Toronto employment lawyer is a critical step toward understanding your employee rights and navigating the complex legal
What to do if You are Wrongfully Dismissed in Ontario
Being wrongfully dismissed in Ontario from your job can be an incredibly stressful and confusing experience. Whether you have been let go without warning, treated unfairly, or dismissed for reasons that are not in line with your rights, it is essential to understand what steps to take. Wrongful
How Employers Termination Employees’ Jobs in Ontario
In Ontario employment law, an employer (or business) is permitted to termination the job of one of its employees. However, there are specific circumstances, rights and obligations when it comes to an employer's right to terminate employment. In this employment law blog, we will outline the