Terminated Without Fair Severance?

Wrongful dismissal occurs when your employer terminates you without providing adequate notice or severance under Ontario common law. Common law entitlements are often significantly more than the statutory minimums under the Employment Standards Act.

Common law notice periods depend on your age, years of service, role, and the availability of similar work. Long-tenured or senior employees sometimes receive many months of notice, but every case differs and contracts may limit entitlements to ESA minimums.

Do not sign a severance offer or release without legal advice. Once signed, you typically cannot claim more. A lawyer can review what you may actually be owed.

Your initial consultation is free. We review your situation and explain your options before you commit to anything.

We respond within 24 hours. In most cases we can schedule a same-week consultation.