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Wrongful Dismissal Lawyer in London, Ontario
If you have been dismissed and received a severance offer, have it reviewed before you sign. Your employer’s offer may not reflect your full entitlements under Ontario law.
Darr Law reviews your employment agreement, termination package, and proposed release, explains your rights, and helps you decide how to proceed.
What is Wrongful Dismissal?
Wrongful dismissal generally occurs when an employer ends your employment without providing the notice or compensation you are legally entitled to receive.
Your entitlement may extend beyond the minimum requirements under Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, 2000. Depending on your employment agreement and circumstances, you may be entitled to additional compensation under the common law.
A lawyer can review your documents and assess whether your employer’s offer properly addresses your entitlements.
When Should You Seek Legal Advice?
Consider having your documents reviewed if:
• You received a termination letter or severance offer.
• You have been asked to sign a release.
• Your employer says you were dismissed “for cause.”
• You are unsure how your employment agreement affects your rights.
• Your employer has significantly changed your pay, duties, or working conditions.
Why Choose Darr Law
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We explain your rights, deadlines, and options in plain language, without legal jargon.
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You get meaningful updates and quick responses to your questions.
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Meet us in person at our London office, or by online meeting.
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We tell you where you stand, including when an offer looks reasonable.
How We Help
We review your employment agreement, termination letter, severance offer, and release to assess:
- Your statutory and potential common law entitlements.
- Whether a termination clause limits your entitlement.
- How the offer addresses salary, bonuses, benefits, and pension contributions.
- What rights you would give up by signing.
- Whether there may be grounds to negotiate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much severance am I owed in Ontario?
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It depends on your employment agreement and circumstances. Ontario’s statutory minimums may not represent your full entitlement. A legal review can help determine whether common law entitlements also apply.
Should I sign my employer’s offer?
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Have the offer and any release reviewed before signing. A release can prevent you from pursuing further compensation or other employment-related claims.
Does my employment agreement limit what I can receive?
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It may, but the wording and enforceability of its termination provisions need to be assessed. Signing an employment agreement does not automatically mean that every provision is enforceable.
What if my employer says I was dismissed for cause?
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An employer’s allegation of cause does not automatically remove your entitlements. A lawyer can review the circumstances and advise whether there is a basis to challenge the employer’s position.
What should I bring to a consultation?
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Bring your employment agreement, termination letter, severance offer, proposed release, and any relevant compensation or benefits documents.
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Were you let go and unsure what you’re owed? Contact us with your termination date and any documents you received, and we’ll tell you what we can do to help.