Punitive damages are monetary compensation awarded to plaintiffs to deter potential wrongdoers from egregious conduct. Punitive Damages concern the defendant’s conduct, …
Most Important Employment Law Cases of the 2010s (2010-2019)
In order of appearance, from newest to oldest, here are the employment law cases that shaped Ontario and to some …
At Will Employment (Canada)
There is no such thing as ‘at will employment’ in Canada. The concept of ‘at will’ employment simply doesn’t exist …
Examples of Constructive Dismissal Cases
Constructive dismissal permits an employee to stop working and demand termination pay (i.e. severance pay) or failing that sue for wrongful …
Severance Package FAQ for Ontario
What is a severance package? A severance package is an offer of monies from an employer to an employee upon …
Who is Entitled to Severance Pay?
Almost everyone in Ontario is entitled to ‘severance pay’ unless that person is terminated for just cause. However, keep in mind …
How to Calculate Severance in Ontario
Question: How much severance am I owed in Ontario? Lawyer Answer: The first thing we do when calculating how much …
Is an employe required to be ‘actively employed’ to receive a bonus?
Some employment contracts have a clause that says the employee must be ‘actively employed” on the bonus payout date to …
Wrongful Dismissal Examples
Wrongful Dismissal Definition Wrongful dismissal means a claim made by an employee that their employer has breached their employment agreement …
Severance for Employees who used to be Contractors
There are three types of working relationships: (1) employer-employee; (2) contractor-independent contractor, and (3) contractor-dependent contractor. All three are treated …