S01E01 - Can Your Employer Lie About Why You Were Fired

Staring at a termination letter is a "fight or flight" moment, but reacting out of fear can mean walking away from rights and money you didn't know you had. In this Deep Dive, we unpack the confusing and stressful world of wrongful dismissal in Ontario to help you understand the strategy behind the jargon. In this episode, we cover: The "Cause" Trap: Why being "bad at your job" usually isn't enough to deny you severance, and the massive legal difference between "just cause" and "wilful misconduct". The "Lying Boss" Loophole: How employers can legally terminate you without providing a reason—even if they lie about it—provided they pay proper severance, and the specific scenarios where that lie becomes illegal (like reprisals or discrimination).The $50,000 Game Changer: The crucial update to Ontario's Small Claims Court limit (effective Oct 1, 2025) that opens a new path for justice for mid-sized claims. The Probation Myth: Debunking the common belief that employees on probation have absolutely no legal recourse. Choosing Your Battleground: Why filing a complaint with the WSIB or Ministry of Labour might accidentally lock you out of suing in court for a larger settlement. Don't guess about your rights. Listen now to learn how to navigate the maze of termination law and avoid costly mistakes.

Learn More by reading the full article at https://www.htwlaw.ca/wrongful-dismissalContact us for a free No-Obligation Lawyer consultation at (647) 849-6582 or email us at info@htwlaw.ca or learn more about various issues on employment law free of charge at www.htwlaw.caVideo Podcast = https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNZN6hlImSnbQp8yHfh_VWbWtDJ1qhOfjSpotify Audio Podcast = https://open.spotify.com/show/1hXtx9hciThI3ikv62MYFDApple Podcast = https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/employment-law-insights/id1873876475

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S01E25 - Forced Back to the Office - The Hidden Legal Trap of RTO Mandates and Constructive Dismissal

Are you being ordered back to the office after successfully working from home for years? This deep dive breaks down the complex legal reality of Return to Office (RTO) mandates in Canada and explains ...

4 Okt 26min

S01 E24 - Is Your Promotion a Trap - Unpaid Overtime & Employment Law Explained

Getting promoted to manager often feels like crossing a finish line, but that flat salary can quickly become a legal trap designed to avoid paying you overtime. In this deep dive into Canadian employm...

30 Aug 22min

S01E23 - Fired in Canada - Why Your Industry Changes Your Legal Rights

Imagine getting called into your boss's office on a random Tuesday and getting unfairly fired. Your first instinct? Sue them! But in Canada, the rules completely change depending on who signs your pay...

23 Aug 27min

S01E22 - Fired for Starting a Union - The Hidden Legal Trap

Fired for whispering the word "Union"? Here is the ultimate legal deep dive into what happens next.In this episode, we unpack the intense, high-stakes legal collision between an employer's right to ma...

18 Aug 23min

S01E21 - AI, Drug Charges, Perceived Disability - Why a Routine Background Check Could Cost Your Company Millions

Think firing an applicant over a federal drug charge uncovered during a background check is a safe bet? Think again. In this deep dive, we break down the complex and often counterintuitive landscape o...

4 Aug 22min

S01E20 - Fired After Relocating - Ultimate Guide to Wrongful Dismissal and Inducement

Did you leave a secure, long-term job for a massive new opportunity... only to get fired months later? You aren't out of luck.In this deep dive, we unpack the legal minefield of executive recruitment,...

3 Aug 25min

S01E19 - The Ultimate Guide to Executive Severance Packages in Ontario

Title: Why "Iron-Clad" Corporate Contracts Fail in Ontario: Executive Severance Explained Description: In this deep dive, we explore the highly chaotic and lucrative battlefield of executive severance...

25 Juli 27min

S01E18 - Why a Missing Comma Costs Employers Millions - Ontario Employment Law 2026

Title: Why a Missing Comma Costs Employers Millions | Ontario Employment Law 2026Description:Imagine an office building collapsing because a single screw was removed on the 12th floor. In the highly r...

25 Juli 19min