Employment Lawyer Richmond Hill

Wrongful Dismissal

Wrongful dismissal occurs should an employee be terminated without being provided reasonable notice of termination. How is reasonable notice determined? There are a variety of factors, but generally it is based on the employee’s length of service, age, age and position at the organization. Older employees who have put more time into the company and are operating in more senior/specialized roles typically are entitled to more notice. Employers may offer a severance package in lieu of reasonable notice of termination. If you’ve had your employment terminated, you should always have a wrongful dismissal lawyer Richmond Hill review your employment history and severance package offer before accepting – you may be legally entitled to more than you are being offered. Contact a wrongful dismissal lawyer Toronto to help you proceed with your case.

Unpaid Overtime

There are legally mandated overtime pay in Ontario – but many employers fail to meet those mandates. Labour law is clear:  Employment Standards Act, 2000, S.O. 2000, c. 41 or the Canada Labour Code, R.S.C. 1985 c. L-2 are what determine whether you are to receive overtime pay – not an employment contract, your employer’s wants or habits, or their beliefs. Too often, employers erroneously believe that salaried employees are not entitled to their overtime pay. It’s worth noting that salaried employees are also entitled to overtime pay. Additionally, employers will often base overtime pay on base salary while excluding other wages (like commission) that must be accounted for when determining the total overtime amount owed.

Constructive Dismissal

A constructive dismissal lawyer Richmond Hill is able to help you navigate a situation where an employer unilaterally (which is to say without an employee’s input) and materially changes the terms of your employment contract. A constructive dismissal can include: demotion, decrease in pay, and alteration of responsibilities. Constructive dismissal cases can be difficult to argue. But if you believe you have been the victim of constructive dismissal then you are best served by working with a constructive dismissal lawyer in Richmond Hill in order to maximize the compensation you are legally entitled to should you have suffered a constructive dismissal. Contact a constructive dismissal lawyer to help you proceed with your case.

Unpaid Vacation Pay

Too often, employers don’t fairly compensate workers with proper vacation pay as mandated by law. An employer may continue to pay an employee their base salary while they are on vacation, without taking into account other wages. If you earn a commission or bonuses, it is probably that the employer is mandated by law to compensate you while on vacation for those amounts as well. Reach out to our team of Richmond Hill employment lawyers so we can help you determine whether you are entitled to receive vacation pay you are owed. 

If you’re facing employment issues, reach out to our Richmond Hill employment law firm – we are here to help

There are many nuances to the laws governing employers and employees. Making sense of the legal process without guidance from leading employment lawyers in Richmond Hill too often leads to less-than-ideal results. 

But when you work with an experienced employment lawyer in Richmond Hill who is experienced working with the relevant legal standards and who will work tirelessly on behalf of your interests, you are put in a much better position compared to facing your employer alone. 

Our firm will review the merits of your employment case free of charge during our first consultation, evaluate the opportunity for success, and will almost always work on a contingency fee basis so we’ll only get paid if your case is successful or we are able to reach a settlement on your behalf. Contact us for your employment lawyer Richmond Hill free consultation today and so we can begin tackling your complex employment-related legal matters.

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Employment Lawyer in Richmond Hill FAQ

This FAQ provides general information and should not be considered legal advice. Consult with Unified’s experienced employment lawyers in Richmond Hill for legal guidance tailored to your specific case.