Ontario Employment Lawyers

If you have been wrongfully terminated, or terminated in breach of your employment contract or agreement, you may be entitled to compensation.  Our lawyers can evaluate your particular circumstances and help you understand your options. 

We proudly offer representation for employment-related matters on a contingency fee basis in select cases. This means you don’t pay any upfront legal fees—our lawyers handle your case, and we only get paid if we successfully recover compensation for you. If you’ve been wrongfully terminated or face another serious employment dispute, we are invested in your success.

Few law firms provide this level of commitment to wrongfully terminated employees, but we do. If your case qualifies for contingency representation, you can move forward with confidence, knowing we are fully aligned with your best interests. If contingency representation is not an option for your case, we will advise you in our initial consultation and may offer representation on an hourly fee basis.  Learn more about no win no fee retainers.   

Ontario Wrongful Dismissal Law

Understanding Wrongful Dismissal in Ontario
Wrongful dismissal occurs when an employer terminates an employee's contract without providing reasonable notice or sufficient compensation in lieu of notice. In Ontario, wrongful dismissal is governed by both statutory and common law, ensuring that employees receive fair treatment when their employment is terminated.

Key Aspects of Wrongful Dismissal

• Reasonable Notice: Under Ontario law, employers must provide reasonable notice or pay in lieu of notice when terminating an employee without cause. The length of reasonable notice is determined by several factors, including the employee's age, length of service, position, and the availability of similar employment opportunities.
  
• Statutory Requirements: The Employment Standards Act (ESA) sets out the minimum standards for notice or termination pay in Ontario. Depending on the duration of employment, employees are entitled to a minimum notice period or termination pay ranging from one week to eight weeks.
  
• Common Law Entitlements: Beyond the ESA, common law principles may entitle employees to more significant notice periods. Courts often award longer notice periods than the statutory minimums, considering various factors such as the employee's length of service, age, and job market conditions.
  
• Just Cause for Termination: Employers may terminate an employee without notice if there is just cause, such as serious misconduct, insubordination, or breach of contract. However, proving just cause is a high standard, and employers must have clear evidence to justify the termination without notice.
  
• Constructive Dismissal: Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer unilaterally makes significant changes to the terms of employment, such as reducing salary, changing job duties, or creating a hostile work environment, forcing the employee to resign. In such cases, the employee may be entitled to claim wrongful dismissal.

Wrongful Dismissal/Termination Assessment Tool

Wondering if your recent job termination warrants a legal review? Complete this guided questionnaire to explore the key factors.

Disclaimer: This assessment is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Employment law is complex and depends on the specific facts of your case. For legal advice tailored to your situation, please schedule a consultation with a qualified lawyer. Completing this questionnaire does not create a lawyer-client relationship.

Preliminary Assessment & Next Steps

Key Documents to Gather for Your Consultation:

To make the most of your consultation, please gather the following documents if you have them:

• Your written employment contract.
• Your termination letter or any email about your dismissal.
• The severance package or offer letter (if you received one).
• Your Record of Employment (ROE).
• Any recent pay stubs.
• Any relevant performance reviews or disciplinary letters.

Ready for a Clear Answer?

This tool provides a preliminary guide. For a definitive legal opinion on your rights and the severance you may be owed, the next step is to speak with one of our experienced employment lawyers.

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