Wrongful Termination in Brampton

Being fired is never easy — but when it's done without proper notice or severance, it's also illegal. Ontario law requires employers to provide reasonable notice or pay in lieu when terminating an employee without cause. If they don't, you may have a wrongful dismissal claim.

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What Is Wrongful Termination?

Wrongful termination (or wrongful dismissal) occurs when an employer ends your employment:

• Without providing adequate notice or pay in lieu
• For reasons that are discriminatory under the Human Rights Code
• In retaliation for exercising a legal right (e.g., reporting unsafe work)
• In violation of your employment contract

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How Much Notice Are You Owed?

The amount depends on your length of service, age, position, and how specialized your role is. Ontario courts often award significantly more than ESA minimums under common law.

For example, someone with 10 years of service might be entitled to 10-14 months of notice — not just the 8-week ESA minimum.

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How We Help

• Calculate your full entitlement under ESA and common law
• Negotiate with your employer for a fair settlement
• Pursue litigation if necessary
• Advise on whether to sign a release

Contact us for a free consultation.

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Related Resources

• Signs You May Be a Victim of Wrongful Termination
• What to Do If You've Been Fired Without Cause in Ontario
• The 2-Year Clock: Why Waiting to Sue Your Brampton Employer is Fatal
• Fired After 50? Protecting Older Workers in the Peel Region